Tilapia with Cilantro Cream Sauce

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Tilapia with Cilantro Cream Sauce

6-8 tilapia filets

1 Tbsp melted butter

salt and pepper to taste

1 Tbsp olive oil

1 clove garlic, minced

2 green onions, sliced

1/4 cup cilantro, chopped

1 cup heavy cream

1 Tbsp lime juice

Preheat oven to 375. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with cooking spray. Brush tilapia filets with butter and place on prepared baking sheets. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake for 20-25 minutes.

To make cream sauce, heat olive oil in a medium saucepan. Add garlic and green onions and saute for 1-2 minutes. Stir in cilantro, cream, and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer for 3-4 minutes until sauce is slightly thickened. Drizzle sauce over tilapia. 

Recipe adapted from Southern Food