Sunday, April 25, 2010

Garlic Tilapia

Have you guys seen the Ziploc Zip 'n Steam Bags'?  They're great!  SO much easier than pulling out the steamer (not to mention washing it!).  Anyway, last time I bought a package, there were some recipes included.  I've tried most of them and they've all been pretty good, but this is one of my favorites.  What's more?  It's EASY and QUICK and HEALTHY and YUMMY (and I don't like fish!)!  Can't beat that!  I've altered the original just a bit.  Here's my version:

1. In a small bowl, prepare rub:
     1 tsp. olive oil
     3/4 tsp. garlic powder
     1/4 tsp seasoned salt
2.  Using 3-4 boneless, skinless tilapia fillets (original recipe called for cod), spoon rub on top,   
     spreading evenly.
3.Put prepared tilapia in Medium or Large Ziploc Zip 'n Steam bag, placing thicker portions toward outer
   edge of bag.  If needed, tuck any thin parts of fillet underneath for even cooking.  Seal bag and plac in
    microwave.
4.  Cook on full power.  Cook 3-4 minutes until cooked through.  If needed, continue to cook at 30 
     second  intervals until done.
5.  Allow bag to stand for 1 minute before handling.  Carefully open bag and use spatula to remove.
6.  If desired, squeeze fresh lemon juice over fillets.  (I've never used the lemon juice.)

(I don't know the exact nutritional content when you add the olive oil and seasonings, but here's what the tilapia fillet package says:  98 calories, 21 g protein)

1 comment:

  1. Wendy! That sounds awesome! Thanks for the great recipe and the great tip on the stem bags...never tried them...definitely going to! :)

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