I’m all about easy recipes that pack a lot of flavor. I think this recipe for Almond Crusted Tilapia checks both of those boxes, easy and flavorful.
Remember the other day when I posted my recipe for Honey Nut and Oat Granola Bars? Since I only used 1/3 cup of the almonds in the bag for that recipe, I decided to whip up something else using some of those leftover almonds. This time though, instead of creating something sweet, I went with something savory!
We usually have fish on the menu a couple times a week. We cook it in a variety of ways so that we don’t get bored and this way is my favorite!
Seriously y’all, if you like mild fish like Tilapia, you will absolutely adore this recipe. It’s an easy recipe that doesn’t require much skill or time and the results are absolutely delightful.
If you don’t normally eat fish because you don’t like the fishiness, Tilapia is about as mild as it comes. It’s a delicate, slightly sweet fish that you really can’t even tell is fish. Add in the crunchiness of the almond coating and it’s a party for the taste buds.
You could serve this Tilapia with a combination of colorful vegetables, such as zucchini, squash, carrots, broccoli or cauliflower seasoned lightly with salt, pepper and butter. Add some wild rice and you’ve got a pretty tasty meal that covers a majority of the food groups.
My whole brood adores this Tilapia recipe and since it’s such a big hit here, I thought I’d share!
Almond Crusted Tilapia Recipe
Almond Crusted Tilapia
Tilapia coated with crushed almonds cooked until golden brown.
Ingredients
- 5 Tilapia Fillets (If you aren't using fresh, thaw fillets ahead of time.)
- 1 1/2 cups Sliced Almonds
- 1 Tbsp flour
- 1 1/2 Tbsp Old Bay Seasoning
- 1/2 tsp Ground White Pepper
- Olive Oil (enough to coat the bottom of your pan)
- 5 Lemon Slices
Instructions
Do you like fish? What is your favorite way to cook it?
HilLesha @To the Motherhood says
I don’t like fish, but I know that one of my brothers would love this recipe. 🙂
Angela says
I am totally going to make this. I do a pistachio crusted fish that my family loves, so I know they will like this recipe.
Kathleen says
Looks so good! I love fish.
Robin Gagnon {Mom Foodie} says
I am generally not a big fan of tilapia, but the way you prepared it is enticing.
Maryann says
that sure looks pretty
Lisa says
That looks super good!
Elaina- @atimeout4mommy says
I made this a few weeks ago and it was a hit!
Theresa says
Beautiful photos!
Jenn- The Rebel Chick says
This looks delish
Ty @ Mama of 3 Munchkins says
I love Tilapia!
Colleen says
This looks amazing, delicious!
Emily @FamilyNLifeLV says
I make something very similar!
Rachel @ Following In My Shoes says
It looks so good, Crystal!
Leilani says
YUM! My husband has been nagging me to make tilapia. I may have to give this a try!
Lolo says
They have something like this at my favorite restaurant! Now I know how to make it. Looks great!
Donna says
I make Parmesan encrusted tilapia all the time… love cooking with tilapia. I’ll be trying this soon!
LyndaS says
I am not a big fan of fish. I kinda like the frozen kind that are encrusted in potato.
Liz @ A Nut in a Nutshell says
I’m not a seafood person, but my kids would like this a lot. They’ve ordered tilapia many times when we’ve been out to eat.
Mellisa says
My son has been begging me to make Tilapia, he would love this.
Tammy says
That looks fabulous. I’m definitely going to try it since our daughter loves tilapia.
Tracy says
We love fish, but can rarely find good fresh fish where we live. When I used frozen it always seems to be a little soggy. Any suggestions for keeping this from happening?
Crystal says
Are you breading it while it’s still frozen or are you waiting for it to thaw? Also, are you rinsing and drying the fish?
Tracy says
Waiting to thaw, not rinsing (should I?) and patting dry.
Crystal says
I always rinse. I’m not sure if you have to, but I’m an habitual rinse-er 🙂 (I’m pretty sure that is not a word) I’m not sure if would make a difference in it being soggy or not. Maybe cooking it at a higher temperature? I’m not sure why it would be getting soggy. Sorry hun!
Nichol says
I don’t like any fish/seafood. I keep trying it as I know it is good for me, but still can’t get a liking for it. This does look delish though. I’ve done almond crusted chicken and it is delicious!
TerriAnn @ Cookies & Clogs says
Hmm, those toasted almonds look amazing! I do like fish but don’t really know many ways of cooking it. One thing I do semi-regularly is broil salmon.
Penelope (NYC Blogger) says
Those look fabulous!
tricia nightowlmama says
sounds like it would make a great meal for fish lovers
Jenn says
I have all this! Making it tonight. Got the fish thawing.
Tiff @ Babes and Kids says
I love the idea of breading them with almonds instead of a bread crumb. This looks delicious!
Jennifer @ The Quirky Momma says
I like fish but I’m terrible at preparing it myself. I think almonds would be a delicious addition to any ‘breading.’
Sheri says
That looks delicious.
Vanessa: thequeenofswag says
This looks super delish! I must try it!
Marcie W. says
This sounds delicious and interesting! We are big fish fans, especially white fish, and are always looking for new recipe ideas.
Annie @ Mama Dweeb says
oh wow. that looks AMAZING Crystal!! I wish you lived closer, I’d be over in a heartbeat!
I think I’ll try to get my hubby to make this sometime this week!
Stefanie says
I love fish – this recipe looks delicious!
Kelly @ Texas Type A Mom says
I don’t make fish often but this looks pretty amazing and worth picking some up!
courtney says
This looks so fresh and healthy! Wish I could eat almonds! Love tilapia 🙂
Becca @ Mama B says
This looks delicious! I wish my kids would eat it – I love tilapia!
Shannon says
Tried this…problem is without an egg dip, the “breading” didn’t stick at all…and I used plenty of pressure. Anyone else with this problem? It’s cooking now…we’ll see how it tastes….
Crystal says
Did you grind the almonds small enough? I did have some almonds fall off but the majority of them stayed on. Try making the almonds pieces even smaller. That will probably help.
Mellisa says
I’m not usually a big fish person, but this looks delicious.
Natalie says
I adore fish, but sadly the rest of the family don’t. At least this way, when I make it all fancy – I won’t have to share with anyone 🙂
Paula @ Frosted Fingers says
This looks really good! I pinned it to try later.