Fried Tilapia with Spicy Tomato Sauce (Tilapia Frit avec Sauce Tomate Épicée)
Tilapia Frit avec Sauce Tomate Épicée, or Fried Tilapia with Spicy Tomato Sauce, is a popular dish in Gabonese cuisine. The crispy fried tilapia pairs perfectly with the tangy and spicy tomato sauce, creating a delicious and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 eggs, beaten
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season the tilapia fillets with salt and black pepper.
- Dredge the tilapia fillets in flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the tilapia fillets until golden and crispy. Remove from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, sauté the onion, garlic, and red bell pepper until softened.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, paprika, cayenne pepper, sugar, and salt. Simmer for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Place the fried tilapia on a serving platter and spoon the spicy tomato sauce over the fillets. Garnish with fresh parsley.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 12g
Supplies
Frying pan Tongs Spatula Knife Cutting board
Tools
Stove Mixing bowls Measuring cups and spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Tilapia Frit avec Sauce Tomate Épicée with steamed rice or crusty bread.
Tips & tricks
For an extra kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the spicy tomato sauce.
Cost
$15