Description
This Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet is a quick and easy recipe bursting with citrusy flavor, garlic, and herbs. Tender white fish fillets are seared to perfection and smothered in a rich lemon butter sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this dish is light, flavorful, and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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For the Fish
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- Olive oil
- Salt
- Pepper
- Paprika
- Garlic powder
- Onion powder
For the Lemon Butter Sauce
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Garlic (minced)
- Juice and zest of lemons
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
- Salt
- Pepper
For Garnish
- Lemon slices
- Fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
Preparing the Fish
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle them with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
- Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the fish for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and flakey. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Preparing the Lemon Butter Sauce
- Reduce heat to medium and add butter and olive oil to the skillet. Let the butter melt, then add minced garlic. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Stir in the lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper, then simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Serving the Dish
- Place the cooked fish fillets on a serving platter. Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over them.
- Garnish with lemon slices and fresh parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use fresh lemons for the best flavor in the sauce.
- Any firm white fish works well for this recipe. Adjust cooking time based on thickness.
- Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fish fillet with sauce
- Calories: ~290 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 19 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg