6-Minute Grilled Tilapia

This grilled tilapia cooks up in just 6 minutes and yields perfectly flaky and tender fish every single time. Watch the video below to see how I make it in my kitchen!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Prep Time 2

Cook Time 6

Total Time 8

Servings servings

Calories 226kcal

Author Arman Liew

Ingredients

4 tilapia fillets 4-6 ounces each
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

Pat down the fish with a paper towel to ensure there is no excess liquid.
Generously rub both sides of the fish with olive oil. Sprinkle the salt and pepper.
Heat the grill to medium/high and ensure the grill is clean. Brush more oil over the top.
Add the fish and cook for 2-3 minutes or until the sides go slightly opaque. Flip the fish and cook for a further 3 minutes. You can check the doneness of the fish by inserting a meat thermometer into the center and making sure it reaches 140-145F.
Serve the fish with fresh lemons.

Video

Notes

TO STORE: Once the cooked fish has cooled to room temperature, store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

TO FREEZE: Keep the cooked and cooled fish in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.

TO REHEAT: To reheat cooked tilapia without drying it out, it’s easiest to cover it and pop it into the microwave for 20 to 30 seconds.

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