Ingredients:

  • 4 (6 oz / 170 g) tilapia fillets
  • 1/2 tsp (3 g) salt
  • 1/4 tsp (1 g) black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp (1 g) paprika
  • 2 tbsp (28 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large lemon, juiced (approx. 3 tbsp / 45 ml)
  • 3 cloves (9 g) garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp (4 g) fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Pat the tilapia fillets completely dry with paper towels to ensure the butter adheres and the fish doesn't steam.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chopped parsley. Season the dry fillets on both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika, then place them on the prepared baking sheet.
  3. Spoon the lemon butter mixture evenly over each fillet, ensuring every inch is coated. Bake for 10–12 minutes until the edges are opaque and the thickest part flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature of 145°F/63°C).