Baked Tilapia with Ginger and Cilantro

For 4 -6 servings, Baked Tilapia with Ginger and Cilantro keeps the list centered on tilapia fillets, jalapeno peppers and garlic cloves. Set aside about 20 minutes.

• Yield 4 -6 servings
• Ready in 20 minutes
• Prep 10 minutes
• Cook 10 minutes

Ingredients

• 4-6 tilapia fillets (about 2 pounds)
• 1-2 jalapeno peppers (seeded and chopped)
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons grated ginger (from about a 2-inch piece that has been peeled)
• 4 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
• 1/3 cup white wine or fish stock or chicken broth
• 2 teaspoons sesame oil
• 2/3 cup chopped cilantro
• Chopped green onions for garnish
• Extra cilantro for garnish

Instructions

1. Preheat the oven to 475 degrees F. Pat the tilapia fillets dry and season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides. Place the fish in a glass or ceramic baking dish.
2. Place the jalapenos, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, wine or stock, sesame oil and cilantro in a blender or food processor. Pulse or process until blended. Pour the sauce over the fish. Rub the sauce into the fish lightly.
3. Bake for 8-10 minutes until the fish flakes easily and is cooked through (it's ok if it is slightly gelatinous still). Using a spatula, scoop the fish out of the pan and place on a plate or platter. Drizzle some of the sauce over the top and serve immediately.

Give it a minute off the heat, then serve it while it is still hot.