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Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

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A delicious, light, and flavorful fish fillet recipe with a rich lemon butter sauce, perfect for a quick dinner or special occasion. Paired with fresh herbs and citrus, this recipe brings out the natural sweetness of the fish.

Ingredients

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  1. For the Fish:

    • 4 fillets of white fish (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • Salt and black pepper, to taste

    For the Lemon Butter Sauce:

    1. 4 tablespoons butter
    2. 2 tablespoons olive oil
    3. Juice and zest of 2 lemons
    4. 4 cloves garlic, minced
    5. 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
    6. Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  • Prepare the Fish:
    Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Coat both sides with olive oil and evenly season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

  • Cook the Fish:
    Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until they develop a golden crust and easily flake with a fork. Once cooked, remove the fish from the pan and set aside.

  • Prepare the Lemon Butter Sauce:
    Lower the heat to medium and, using the same skillet, melt the butter with olive oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant. Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and black pepper to taste and let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.

 

  • Assemble and Serve:
    Arrange the cooked fish fillets on a serving platter. Spoon the warm lemon butter sauce over the fillets. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon slices for extra freshness.

Notes

  • You can substitute the fish fillets with any other mild, white fish of your choice like halibut or sole.
  • If you like a bit of spice, feel free to add red pepper flakes to the sauce for an extra kick.

 

  • Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

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