A delightful and easy-to-make tilapia recipe with a garlic herb butter sauce.
Chop the parsley and set it aside.
Use a sharp knife to avoid bruising the herbs.
Juice the lemon and keep the juice in a small bowl.
Roll the lemon on the counter before juicing to extract more juice.
Melt half of the butter in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Ensure the butter doesn't brown for a smooth sauce.
Lightly coat the tilapia fillets in flour, seasoning with salt and pepper.
Shake off excess flour to prevent clumping.
Cook the tilapia in the skillet for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and flaky.
Avoid overcrowding the skillet for even cooking.
Remove the fish from the skillet and keep warm.
Cover the fish with foil to retain heat.
Add the remaining butter to the skillet and melt it.
Stir constantly to prevent burning.
Stir in the garlic, lemon juice, and parsley, cooking briefly until aromatic.
Don't overcook the garlic to avoid bitterness.
Pour the sauce over the tilapia and serve immediately.
Garnish with extra parsley for a fresh touch.