Tilapia with Arugula and Tomatoes

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Ingredients

  • 2 Tbsp. olive oil, plus more if needed
  • 1 pint grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
  • Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 2 bunches arugula (1 pound), tough stems trimmed, washed well and dried
  • 3 Tbsp. all-purpose flour
  • 4 tilapia fillets (1 1/2 pounds)
  • 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 Tbsp. capers, drained and rinsed
  • 2 Tbsp. cold unsalted butter, cut into pieces

Preparation

Step 1

In a large saucepan, heat 1 Tbsp. oil over medium-high. Add tomatoes; season with salt and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in arugula; cover to keep warm.
Place flour in a shallow bowl. Pat dry tilapia with paper towels; season both sides with salt and red pepper flakes. Dredge fish in flour, tapping off excess. In a large skillet, heat 1 Tbsp. oil over medium-high. Cook tilapia (working in batches, if necessary) until lightly browned and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side; transfer to a plate and cover loosely with aluminum foil. (Add more oil between batches, if needed).
Add wine to skillet; bring to a boil. Cook until reduced by half, about 1 minute. Remove from heat, and stir in capers; gradually stir in butter until combined. Divide vegetables and fish among plates; top with pan sauce.