Tilapia Spanish Fork UT

Before buying fish, always check the Oceans Alive website, sponsored by Environmental Defense . It will tell you which fish are safe, eco-friendly choices. Our end-of-the-week recipe calls for tilapia . It is reprinted with permission from Love Your Heart (copyright © 2007 by the American Heart Association. Published by Publications International, Ltd.). All of the ingredients should be available at your local natural and organic food store. Tilapia With Smoky-Pepper Sauce Makes 4 servings (3 ounces fish and 1/3 cup sauce per serving)  

• 4 tilapia or other mild, thin fish fillets (about 4 ounces each) 
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika 
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper 
• 1 teaspoon canola or olive oil 
• 3/4 cup finely chopped roasted red bell peppers 
• 1/2 cup mild picante sauce (lowest sodium available) 
• 1/2 to 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (canned), finely chopped and mashed 
• 2 teaspoons olive oil 
• 1/4 teaspoon minced garlic 

1. Rinse fish and pat dry with paper towels. Sprinkle paprika and pepper on both sides of fish. 
2. In large nonstick skillet, heat 1 teaspoon oil over medium heat, swirling to coat bottom. Cook fish 3 minutes on each side, or until it flakes easily with fork. Transfer fish to plates. 
3. In small microwaveable bowl, stir together remaining ingredients. Cover bowl and microwave on 100% power (high) 2 minutes, or until thoroughly heated. Spoon over cooked fish.