Grilled Tilapia with Lemon Butter Sauce (Inyama ye Tilapia n'Isosiyete ye Lemon Butter)
Inyama ye Tilapia n'Isosiyete ye Lemon Butter is a delicious grilled tilapia dish with a flavorful lemon butter sauce. This Rwandan-inspired recipe is perfect for a special dinner or a gathering with friends and family.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets
- 1/4 cup butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
- Season the tilapia fillets with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Grill the tilapia for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and has grill marks.
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the lemon juice and cook for another 2 minutes.
- Remove the lemon butter sauce from the heat.
- Place the grilled tilapia on a serving platter and drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the fish.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 15 minutes
- Total time:
- 35 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 250 per serving
- Protein
- 30g
- Fat
- 12g
- Carbohydrates
- 5g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Basting brush
Tools
Saucepan Serving platter
Serving suggestions
Serve the grilled tilapia with a side of steamed vegetables and a fresh salad.
Tips & tricks
For extra flavor, sprinkle some fresh chopped herbs like parsley or cilantro over the grilled tilapia before serving.
Cost
$15