Southern-Style Tilapia and Penne with Crispy Potato Crust
Indulge in the flavors of the South with this delectable dish, featuring pan-seared tilapia, al dente penne pasta, and a crispy potato crust, all tied together with a rich and creamy garlic butter sauce. This American classic is sure to become a favorite. With its perfect balance of textures and tastes, it's a must-try for any seafood lover.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Total Time
- 40 min
- Servings
- 4
- Difficulty
- medium
- Cuisine
- American
- american
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- tilapia
- potato
- penne
Ingredients
- 4piecestilapia fillets, seasoned
- 8ozpenne pasta, cooked al dente
- 2largepotatoes, peeled and grated
- 4tbspunsalted butter, softened
- 3clovesgarlic, minced
- 1/4cupparsley, chopped
- 2tbsplemon juice, freshly squeezed
- to tastesalt
- to tasteblack pepper
- 1/2tsppaprika
Nutrition
420
105 per serving
35g
70% DV
20g
29% DV
30g
10% DV
Macronutrient Breakdown
- Fiber
- 4g
% Daily Values based on a 2000 calorie diet
Step-by-Step
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and set aside.
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In a large bowl, combine the grated potatoes, 1/4 cup of the softened butter, salt, pepper, and paprika. Mix well until the potatoes are evenly coated.
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Spoon the potato mixture onto the prepared baking sheet, forming a thin layer. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy.
15m400°F - 4
While the potatoes are baking, cook the penne pasta according to the package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
8m - 5
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of the butter over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
2mmedium-high heat - 6
Add the seasoned tilapia fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
6mmedium-high heat - 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice and the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Pour the sauce over the cooked penne pasta and toss to combine.
2m - 8
To assemble the dish, place a cooked tilapia fillet on each plate, followed by a portion of the garlic butter penne pasta and a spoonful of the crispy potato crust. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve immediately.
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