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High-Protein Tilapia Burrito: Easy Diet-Friendly Recipe

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High-Protein Tilapia Burrito: Easy Diet-Friendly Recipe

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High-Protein Tilapia Burrito: Easy Diet-Friendly Recipe

Name: High-Protein Tilapia Burrito: Easy Diet-Friendly Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 8 min
Total time: 18 min
Yield: 5
Cuisine: Israeli Fusion
Ingredients: 5 fillets Frozen Tilapia Fillets (skinless, important to remove odor and dry well); Some as needed Oil (for seasoning and frying); To taste to taste Salt; To taste to taste Black Pepper; To taste to taste Grill Seasoning; To taste to taste Granulated Garlic; To taste to taste Meatball Seasoning Blend (optional, for flavor, as per original recipe description); 5 pieces Tortillas (for assembling the burritos); As needed as needed Hummus (for assembling the burritos)

Discover this amazing diet-friendly tilapia recipe, perfect for weight loss and muscle toning! Tilapia is a powerhouse with only 96 calories per 100g and a whopping 20g of protein. This delicious burrito comes out to just 250 calories, accounting for the tortilla and hummus – because carbs are important too! A fantastic high-protein, low-calorie option for dinner, fitness, and diet goals. Learn how to prepare frozen tilapia fillets by removing any odor, drying them thoroughly, cutting them into small cubes, and seasoning generously before frying.

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#Low Calorie

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#Quick Meal

#Fish Recipe

Prepared Tilapia Fillets

Recipe Information

10m

Prep Time

Cook Time

18m

Total Time

Servings

Easy

Israeli Fusion

Hebrew

Nutrition (per serving)

250

Calories

25g

Protein

35g

Carbs

10g

Fat

Seasoning Tilapia Cubes

Ingredients

Frozen Tilapia Fillets
(skinless, important to remove odor and dry well)
5 fillets
Oil
(for seasoning and frying)
Some as needed

Salt
To taste to taste
Black Pepper
To taste to taste
Grill Seasoning
To taste to taste
Granulated Garlic
To taste to taste
Meatball Seasoning Blend
(optional, for flavor, as per original recipe description)
To taste to taste

Tortillas
(for assembling the burritos)
5 pieces
Hummus
(for assembling the burritos)
As needed as needed

Servings: 5

💡 Tip: Check off ingredients as you add them to keep track of your progress!

Tilapia Frying in Pan

Instructions

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If frozen, defrost the tilapia fillets. Remove any strong fishy odor by rinsing or soaking, then drain well.
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If frozen, defrost the tilapia fillets. Remove any strong fishy odor by rinsing or soaking, then drain well.
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Soaking in milk or lemon water for 15 minutes can help remove fishy smells.
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Dry the tilapia fillets very well with paper towels to ensure they get crispy when fried.
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Dry the tilapia fillets very well with paper towels to ensure they get crispy when fried.
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Proper drying is crucial for a good sear and crispy texture.

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Cut the dried tilapia fillets into small, but not extremely tiny, cubes.
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Cut the dried tilapia fillets into small, but not extremely tiny, cubes.
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Evenly sized cubes ensure uniform cooking.
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Season the tilapia cubes generously with oil, salt, black pepper, grill seasoning, granulated garlic, and optionally, meatball seasoning blend.
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Season the tilapia cubes generously with oil, salt, black pepper, grill seasoning, granulated garlic, and optionally, meatball seasoning blend.
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Adjust seasoning to your personal preference for a richer flavor.
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Heat a wide pan and fry the seasoned tilapia cubes. Do not overload the pan; fry in a single layer to ensure even cooking and browning.
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Heat a wide pan and fry the seasoned tilapia cubes. Do not overload the pan; fry in a single layer to ensure even cooking and browning.
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Frying in batches if necessary will prevent steaming and ensure crispiness.

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Warm tortillas. Spread hummus on each tortilla, then add the fried tilapia cubes and any desired fresh vegetables. Roll up and serve immediately.
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Warm tortillas. Spread hummus on each tortilla, then add the fried tilapia cubes and any desired fresh vegetables. Roll up and serve immediately.
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Add fresh salsa, avocado, or shredded cabbage for extra texture and flavor.

💡 Tip: Click on any step to mark it as completed and track your cooking progress!

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High-Protein Tilapia Burrito: Easy Diet-Friendly Recipe

High-Protein Tilapia Burrito: Easy Diet-Friendly Recipe

Recipe Information

Ingredients

Frozen Tilapia Fillets(skinless, important to remove odor and dry well)

Oil(for seasoning and frying)

Salt

Black Pepper

Grill Seasoning

Granulated Garlic

Meatball Seasoning Blend(optional, for flavor, as per original recipe description)

Tortillas(for assembling the burritos)

Hummus(for assembling the burritos)

Servings: 5

Instructions

If frozen, defrost the tilapia fillets. Remove any strong fishy odor by rinsing or soaking, then drain well.Preview5mPreviewIf frozen, defrost the tilapia fillets. Remove any strong fishy odor by rinsing or soaking, then drain well.5m

Dry the tilapia fillets very well with paper towels to ensure they get crispy when fried.Preview2mPreviewDry the tilapia fillets very well with paper towels to ensure they get crispy when fried.2m

Cut the dried tilapia fillets into small, but not extremely tiny, cubes.Preview3mPreviewCut the dried tilapia fillets into small, but not extremely tiny, cubes.3m

Heat a wide pan and fry the seasoned tilapia cubes. Do not overload the pan; fry in a single layer to ensure even cooking and browning.Preview5mPreviewHeat a wide pan and fry the seasoned tilapia cubes. Do not overload the pan; fry in a single layer to ensure even cooking and browning.5m

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Frozen Tilapia Fillets
(skinless, important to remove odor and dry well)

Oil
(for seasoning and frying)

Meatball Seasoning Blend
(optional, for flavor, as per original recipe description)

Tortillas
(for assembling the burritos)

Hummus
(for assembling the burritos)

If frozen, defrost the tilapia fillets. Remove any strong fishy odor by rinsing or soaking, then drain well.
Preview
5m
Preview
If frozen, defrost the tilapia fillets. Remove any strong fishy odor by rinsing or soaking, then drain well.
5m

Dry the tilapia fillets very well with paper towels to ensure they get crispy when fried.
Preview
2m
Preview
Dry the tilapia fillets very well with paper towels to ensure they get crispy when fried.
2m

Cut the dried tilapia fillets into small, but not extremely tiny, cubes.
Preview
3m
Preview
Cut the dried tilapia fillets into small, but not extremely tiny, cubes.
3m

Heat a wide pan and fry the seasoned tilapia cubes. Do not overload the pan; fry in a single layer to ensure even cooking and browning.
Preview
5m
Preview
Heat a wide pan and fry the seasoned tilapia cubes. Do not overload the pan; fry in a single layer to ensure even cooking and browning.
5m