Tilapia recipes
An underrated, firm-textured, white-fleshed fish. The majority of tilapia are farmed around the world. They are a resilient and adaptable as a species, and can be found in both fresh and saltwater. They also adapt well to the different climates in which they鈥檙e farmed.
Buyer's guide
Tilapia are sometimes sold whole, but more often as fillets. The fish are available fresh or frozen. As they鈥檙e farmed, whole tilapia should be fresh and still in rigor mortis as they鈥檙e likely to have reached their destination quickly.
Preparation
Tilapia fillets require no preparation at all. If presented with a whole tilapia, gut it and remove the thick armour of scales. Tilapia is a versatile ingredient. It complements many different flavours, and the firmness of its flesh makes it excellent for pan-frying, grilling, or deep-frying in a crisp beer batter.