Shepherd's Family Favorite Broiled Tilapia

Tender, flaky, broiled tilapia fillets get nice and crusty on the edges in this simple, 20-minute recipe that's sure to become a family favorite.

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 15 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 168 Calories

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon water
• 1 teaspoon dried tarragon
• 1 tablespoon white wine
• 1 teaspoon ground paprika
• 2 pounds tilapia fillets
• 0.25 cup salted butter
• 0.5 tablespoon soy sauce (such as Kikkoman®)

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Combine butter, soy sauce, wine, and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook until butter has melted and sauce is hot, about 5 minutes.

Step 2

Meanwhile, cut tilapia fillets in half lengthwise and arrange in a single layer in a baking pan. Pour warm sauce over top and sprinkle with paprika and tarragon.

Step 3

Broil in the preheated oven until fish is crusty on the edges and flakes easily with a fork, 10 to 15 minutes.

Step 4

Set an oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler.