Tilapia (Sole or Flounder) with Capers and Almonds

• flour↗3⁄4 cup
• salt & freshly ground black pepper
• fish fillets1 1⁄2 lbs
• butter↗2 tablespoons

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• olive oil↗2 teaspoons

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• slivered almonds↗1⁄4 cup
• drained capers↗1⁄4 cup
• lemon juice↗1 dash

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Mix flour, salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Coat fish in flour mixture, shaking off the excess.

3. 3

   In a large nonstick skillet, melt 1 1/2 tsp butter in 1 tsp of the oil.

4. 4

   Cook the filets in batches over medium heat 3 to 4 minutes per side or until golden crisp; turning once.

5. 5

   Transfer to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.

6. 6

   Repeat for each batch adding additional oil and butter as needed.

7. 7

   Add remining 1 Tbsp butter and the almonds to skillet.

8. 8

   Cook 2 minutes or until golden.

9. 9

   Add capers and lemon juice cooking 1 minute or until heated through.

10. 10

    Pour sauce over fish and serve immediately.

11. 11

    (I like a lot of flavor and would double sauce if serving 4.).