Ingredients:

  • 4 (6 oz / 170g) frozen tilapia fillets
  • 3 tbsp (42g) unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tbsp (15ml) fresh lemon juice
  • 2 cloves (6g) garlic, minced
  • ½ tsp (2.5g) paprika
  • ½ tsp (3g) kosher salt
  • ¼ tsp (1.2g) cracked black pepper
  • 1 tbsp (4g) fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil, leaving enough overhang on the sides to create a loose tent.
  2. Whisk together the melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper in a small bowl.
  3. Place the frozen tilapia fillets directly onto the foil. Brush the lemon-butter glaze generously over the top and sides of each fillet.
  4. Cover the fillets loosely with the foil overhang and bake for 12 minutes to thaw and poach the fish.
  5. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until the edges are golden and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C) or the meat flakes easily with a fork.
  6. Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley immediately.