Description
This Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet is a quick and flavorful dish that combines tender fish with a tangy lemon butter sauce.
Ingredients
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For the Fish:
- 4 white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or halibut)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour (optional, for light coating)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon butter
For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish:
- Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- If desired, lightly coat the fillets in flour, shaking off the excess.
- Cook the Fish:
- Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside.
- Make the Sauce:
- Reduce the heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons butter to the same skillet.
- Sauté the minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the broth and lemon juice, stirring to combine.
- Simmer the sauce for 2-3 minutes to let it slightly reduce.
- Stir in the lemon zest and parsley, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Finish the Dish:
- Return the fish fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.
- Warm through for 1-2 minutes.
- Serve and Enjoy:
- Serve immediately with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad, drizzled with the flavorful lemon butter sauce.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Pan-Fried
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, Fusion
Keywords: Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet