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
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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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