Tilapia with romesco sauce: discover the recipe with a Spanish twist!

Are you looking for a practical and delicious recipe for everyday meals? Then check out this tilapia preparation with romesco sauce! This combination of grilled fish with a vibrant and flavorful sauce is perfect for a balanced and special meal. The romesco sauce, originating from Spain, is made with peppers, almonds, and extra virgin olive oil, giving it a creamy texture and unmistakable smoky flavor. Here’s how to make this delicious recipe!

Ingredients:

Fish:

– 4 tilapia fillets
– 2 tablespoons of olive oil
– Salt (to taste)
– Black pepper (to taste)

Sauce:

– 1 red bell pepper
– 1 cup of tomato sauce
– ¼ cup of La Española Extra Virgin Olive Oil (62 ml)
– ⅓ cup of toasted almonds
– ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika
– ½ tablespoon of red wine vinegar
– 1 garlic clove
– Salt (to taste)
– Black pepper (to taste)

Instructions:

For the sauce:

First, start by charring the bell pepper over a high flame on the stove until all sides are roasted. Then, place the charred pepper inside a plastic bag and let it cool.

Once cooled, remove the charred skin and seeds from the bell pepper. Discard them.

Next, combine the pepper, tomato sauce, olive oil, almonds, paprika, vinegar, and garlic in a food processor until you achieve a smooth sauce. Then, season with salt and black pepper to taste. Set aside.

For the fish:

First, season the tilapia fillets with salt and black pepper to taste.

Next, heat a non-stick skillet with olive oil and grill the tilapia fillets until golden brown.

Finally, serve the fillets accompanied by the romesco sauce and potatoes.

If this recipe has already left you craving more, don’t miss the other tilapia recipes here at Minerva Foods!