This Tilapia is grilled hot while it is basted in a lightly flavored marinade.
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 2 pounds tilapia fillets
- 1 cup vegetable oil
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- juice of 1 lemon
- 1 tablespoon vinegar
- 2 teaspoons cayenne or red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
Preparation:
Combine all ingredients except for the tilapia. Mix well until the salt is dissolved. Place tilapia in a glass dish and cover with marinade. Turn to coat and set aside for 20 minutes. Preheat grill. Pour marinade into a saucepan and bring to a boil. Allow to cool. Grill tilapia fillets of a medium high heat for about 4 to 5 minutes per side or until the fish flakes easily and has an even appearance all the way through. Serve by pouring a small amount of the sauce over the tilapia fillets.
