Ingredients:

  • 4 (6 oz / 170 g) tilapia fillets
  • ½ tsp (3 g) kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp (1 g) cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil
  • 3 tbsp (42 g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves (6 g) garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp (2 g) lemon zest
  • 1 tbsp (4 g) fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly brush with olive oil.
  2. Pat the tilapia fillets completely dry with paper towels to ensure the glaze adheres. Season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
  3. In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, and lemon zest.
  4. Generously spoon the lemon butter mixture over each fillet, ensuring the entire top surface is coated to create a moisture shield.
  5. Place fillets on the baking sheet and bake for 10–12 minutes, or until the flesh is opaque white and edges are pale golden brown. For precision, remove from oven when internal temperature reaches 140°F (60°C).
  6. Let the fish rest for 2 minutes to allow carry-over cooking to finish.