Description
This Crispy Breaded Herb Tilapia is a quick and easy dinner option packed with flavor. With a crunchy herb-seasoned coating, it’s pan-fried to golden perfection and perfect for a family-friendly meal.
Ingredients
- 4 tilapia fillets (about 4–6 ounces each)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tablespoon water
- 1 cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 3 tablespoons olive oil (for frying)
Instructions
- Pat the tilapia fillets dry with paper towels and set aside.
- Place the flour in a shallow dish.
- In another shallow dish, beat the eggs with 1 tablespoon of water.
- In a third shallow dish, combine the panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, onion powder, parsley, basil, oregano, salt, pepper, and Parmesan cheese.
- Dip each tilapia fillet first in the flour, then in the egg mixture, and finally in the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to ensure the coating sticks.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Carefully place the breaded tilapia fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels. Serve warm.
Notes
- Use fresh or thawed tilapia fillets for best results.
- Don’t overcrowd the pan when frying—cook in batches if necessary.
- Serve with lemon wedges or tartar sauce for extra flavor.
- Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and reheated in the oven for crispiness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 13g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
