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    Crispy Tilapia Fillets with Fennel-Mint Tzatziki


    Bon Appétit
    | January 2011

    by The Bon Appétit Test Kitchen

    yield: Makes 4 servings

    active time: 35 minutes

    total time: 45 minutes

    The product: Rich yogurt with great flavor.
    The payoff: No need to drain regular yogurt.


    Ingredients:

    • 1 cup finely diced fennel bulb plus 1 tablespoon chopped fennel fronds
    • 3/4 cup whole-milk greek-style yogurt
    • 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint
    • 1 teaspoon white balsamic vinegar
    • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
    • 4 large tilapia fillets
    • 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, finely ground
    • 1 large egg white, beaten until frothy
    • 2 cups (about) panko (japanese breadcrumbs) or fresh breadcrumbs

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    Preparation:

    Place fennel bulb and fronds in small bowl. Sprinkle lightly with salt; toss. Let stand 10 minutes. Mix in yogurt, mint, vinegar, and 1 tablespoon oil. Season with salt and pepper.

    Sprinkle 1 side of each fillet with ground fennel, salt, and pepper. Brush with egg white; coat with panko. Turn over; repeat with seasoning, egg, and panko.

    Heat 3 tablespoons oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish. Cook until opaque in center, about 2 minutes per side. Serve with tzatziki.

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