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African Tilapia

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This Tilapia is grilled hot while it is basted in a lightly flavored marinade.

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

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.
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