2 Fresh Tilapia (2 included) - Tilapia Fillets Fresh 5-6 oz
Today tilapia is one of the new, exciting species arriving in restaurants and homes across the country. With an exotic and ancient past, tilapia is native to the Nile River, Africa, and Asia. Tilapia has a long history of feeding pharaohs and kings. Now farm-raised in Central and South America, tilapia is flown in daily. We're sure you'll enjoy these mild, sweet-tasting fillets. There are plenty of tilapia recipes to choose from because the tilapia fish is versatile and takes seasonings well. Be sure to try grilled tilapia for a real treat. You can also find tilapia recipes for baking, broiling, and frying.
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The tilapia fish has a fascinating history dating back over 4,500 years. Tilapia was the food of kings and pharaohs. Legends claim that tilapia is the fish believed to have been caught by the disciple Peter. In addition, it is also believed that the tilapia fish was what Jesus Christ used to feed the multitudes.Tilapia has been caught wild as well as farm-raised in Central and South America for over 2,500 years. Weighing about 1-2 pounds each, these small fish offer a source of quality, low-fat protein with a simply outstanding flavor.Reports estimate that 1 billion pounds of this exotic treat are produced every year. However, unlike other exotic species, the tilapia fish is not in danger of being over fished. Through stringent quality-control measures and careful farming practices, we can enjoy this sweet-tasting treat for years to come.
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Updated on 7-26-2008.
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