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    Crispy Quinoa Tilapia

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    September 15, 2021

    This crispy quinoa tilapia recipe comes together is a fresh new way. Modernize the classic fish batter with fresh quinoas, providing more texture and flavor!! You will love the naturally nutty flavors on your crispy tilapia!! Serve it as a meal or cut them into finger foods.

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    Crispy Quinoa Tilapia

    This crispy quinoa tilapia recipe comes together is a fresh new way. Modernize the classic fish batter with fresh quinoas, providing more texture and flavor!! You will love the naturally nutty flavors on your crispy tilapia
    Course: Dinner, Main Course, Seafood
    Cuisine: Fusion
    Calories:
    Author: Seasoned by Jin

    Ingredients

    • 2 lbs tilapia fillet
    • 1½ tsp fine sea salt
    • ½ tsp black pepper
    • 1 tsp garlic powder
    • ½ tsp parsley flakes
    • ¼ cup ground raw quinoa
    • ½ cup all purpose flour
    • 2 eggs, large
    • 1 cup all purpose flour
    • 2 cup neutral oil

    Instructions

    • Cut tilapia fillet into half, lengthwise and lay on top of paper towel. Sprinkle on both sides: sea salt, black pepper and garlic powder. Let it sit for about 15-20min.
    • Prep first bowl; combine quinoa, 1/4 cup flour, parsley and mix well.
    • Prep second bowl; whisk 2 eggs.
    • Prep third bowl; have 1 cup of flour ready.
    • In a skillet, heat neutral oil to 350 degrees F.
    • While oil heats up, batter tilapia. First dip into flour, then egg wash, then dip into quinoa flour. Repeat to all fillet.
    • Into hot oil, deep fry tilapia until golden brown and center is cooked thoroughly.
    • Serve hot with lemon wedges and chopped cilantro. Pair with steamed veggies, rice and spicy Chinese chili sauce.
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