Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

This recipe features tender, flaky white fish fillets topped with a luscious lemon butter sauce, delivering a burst of zesty, savory flavors. Perfect for a quick and elegant dinner, this dish pairs well with a variety of sides.

Ingredients

For the Fish:

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

For the Lemon Butter Sauce:

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

For Garnish:

  • Lemon slices
  • Fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

1. Preparing the Fish:

  • Season the Fish: Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • Cook the Fish: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

2. Preparing the Lemon Butter Sauce:

  • Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  • Add Lemon and Seasoning: Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.

3. Serving the Dish:

  • Plate the Fish: Place the cooked fish fillets on a serving platter.
  • Pour the Sauce: Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the fish fillets.
  • Garnish: Garnish with lemon slices and additional chopped parsley.

Helpful Tips

  • Fish Selection: Use fresh, firm fish fillets for the best results. Frozen fish should be thawed and patted dry.
  • Sauce Consistency: If the sauce becomes too thick, add a splash of water or chicken broth to thin it out.
  • Adjusting Acidity: For a milder lemon flavor, reduce the amount of lemon juice.

Serving Suggestions

  • Serve over a bed of rice, pasta, or with a side of steamed vegetables.
  • Pair with a crisp white wine, such as Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio, for a complete meal.

FAQs

  1. Can I use a different type of fish?
    Yes, you can use any white fish like tilapia, haddock, or even salmon.
  2. Can I make this dish ahead of time?
    The fish is best served fresh, but you can prepare the sauce ahead of time and reheat it when needed.
  3. What if I don’t have fresh lemons?
    You can use bottled lemon juice, but fresh lemons are recommended for the best flavor.

Serving Size

  • Serves 4

Time

  • Preparation Time: 10 minutes
  • Cooking Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 25 minutes

Recipe Card

Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

This recipe features tender, flaky white fish fillets topped with a luscious lemon butter sauce, delivering a burst of zesty, savory flavors. Perfect for a quick and elegant dinner, this dish pairs well with a variety of sides.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course dinner
Cuisine American
Servings 4

Ingredients
  

For the Fish:

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

For the Lemon Butter Sauce:

  • – 4 tablespoons butter
  • – 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • – 4 cloves garlic minced
  • – Juice and zest of 2 lemons
  • – 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped
  • – Salt and pepper to taste

For Garnish:

  • – Lemon slices
  • – Fresh parsley chopped

Instructions
 

1. Preparing the Fish:

  • – **Season the Fish:** Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  • – **Cook the Fish:** Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

2. Preparing the Lemon Butter Sauce:

  • – **Make the Sauce:** In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  • – **Add Lemon and Seasoning:** Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.

3. Serving the Dish:

  • – **Plate the Fish:** Place the cooked fish fillets on a serving platter.
  • – **Pour the Sauce:** Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the fish fillets.
  • – **Garnish:** Garnish with lemon slices and additional chopped parsley.
Keyword Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

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