Ingredients:

  • 4 (6 oz / 170 g) tilapia fillets
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Line your baking sheet with foil and lightly grease it with olive oil to ensure no sticking.
  3. Pat the tilapia fillets completely dry with paper towels to prevent the fish from steaming.
  4. Arrange fillets on the pan, leaving at least one inch of space between each.
  5. Season both sides of the fish lightly with salt and pepper.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together melted butter, minced garlic, lemon juice, zest, paprika, and oregano.
  7. Generously brush the glaze over the top of each fillet, ensuring the edges are well-coated to prevent drying.
  8. Place the pan on the center oven rack and bake for 12–15 minutes until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, or reaches an internal temperature of 140°F (60°C).