Dinner is served, and it's: Lemon Peppercorn Talapia

Based on my previous recipe postings, it's easy to see that I like fish. But I do know quite a few people that don't like it -- or, don't think they like it. I say, try it again and start with a fish like talapia. It's mild tasting, easy to make, and very healthy. The following recipe is popular in my house, but you do need to like peppercorns in order to enjoy it.

Here's what you need:

3/4 lbs talapia fillets
1 lemon
3/4 cup of chicken broth
1 tsp green peppercorns
2 tbsp flour
1 tbsp butter (I buy Earth Balance)
1 tsp olive oil

whole grain rice/quinoa/couscous - your favorite grain
asparagus

All of these items besides the peppercorns are available at Trader Joe's.

Here's what to do:

First, begin by making your rice or quinoa, because the fish doesn't take long to cook. When your grain has about 10 minutes left to cook, heat oil in a medium pan. Lightly flour both sides of fish and saute in the pan for 2 minutes on each side. Remove the fish from heat and keep covered. Pour chicken broth into the pan and squeeze in fresh lemon juice. With the back of a large chopping knife, crush peppercorns (as much as possible, they're thick!), and add peppercorns to the broth. Bring broth to boil and let it reduce for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Turn to simmer and whisk in tbsp of butter. Place fillets back in the broth for 2-3 minutes, to heat through.


Steam asparagus in a shallow glass dish in the microwave with 1 tbsp of water for 2 minutes, covered with saran wrap.


Serve fish with grain and vegetable, and pour lemon, peppercorn broth over talapia and grain -- it's delicious.


Bon Appetit!