• 4 tilapia fillets
• ¼ c olive oil
• 2 T lime juice
• zest from 2 limes
• 1 T fresh basil, minced
• 2 t bourbon
• 1 t salt
• black pepper

Combine everything except the fish in a bowl. Add mixture and fish to a zip top bag. Refrigerate for 30 minutes.

Preheat grill to medium high.

Remove tilapia from marinade. Transfer marinade to pot and heat to boil, then reduce and simmer for 5 minutes.

Grill tilapia for 3-5 minutes per side over high (or medium high) heat. Done when fish reaches 145° internal temperature.

Serve with marinade.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Marinate time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes

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