Pan Seared Tilapia

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Quick, easy and quite nice. I usually put the fillets over mashed potatoes and to make it super quick i prepare the frozen mashed potatoes, but of course homemade are much better. I usually side this with sauteed spinach or summer squash.

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Steps

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Preheat broiler.

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Mix bread crumbs with parsley and basil.

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Heat skillet to med-high heat.

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While pan is heating , salt and pepper filets on both sides and dip in olive oil and gently shake off excess.

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Dip into breadcrumbs and set aside.

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Heat remaining oil in pan until just starting smoke and add filets.

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Sear 2-5 minutes on each side , depending on thickness of filets.

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Slide filets into broiler pan and broil 3 minutes more until cooked through.

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Serve immediately.

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Ingredients

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tilapia fillet, olive oil, italian seasoned breadcrumbs, dried parsley, dried basil, salt, pepper