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Bacon Wrapped Tilapia
Anyone can wrap scallops in bacon, but why not go bigger? The smoky bacon provides a savory saltiness to this light white fish, while a delicate lemon cream sauce balances it all out.
Prep Time10 Mins
Cook Time30 Mins
Total Time40 Mins
Ingredients
- 4 (6oz) tilapia fillets, rinsed and patted dry
- 3 tbsp ghee
- 1 tsp dried basil
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 12 uncured center cut bacon strips
- 0.25 cup mayonnaise
- 1.5 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F.
- Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Brush the tilapia fillets with the ghee, then sprinkle them with the basil and a few grinds of pepper.
- Wrap three slices of bacon around each fillet and place the wrapped fillets, bacon seams down, on the sheet.
- Bake the fillets until cooked through and flaky, 20 to 30 minutes.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and a pinch of pepper.
- Serve this sauce in small ramekins alongside the fish for dipping.
Nutrition
Fats 47g
Protein 94g
Net Carbs 2g