Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet Recipe
This Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet recipe is a quick and flavorful dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. Tender white fish fillets are pan-seared to perfection and then coated in a tangy lemon butter sauce. Serve with your favorite sides for a delicious and satisfying meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Ingredients:
- 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 garlic cloves (minced)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- salt and black pepper to taste
- lemon slices for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish: Pat the fish fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Cook the Fish: Melt butter in a skillet, cook the fish until golden brown and flaky, then set aside.
- Make the Lemon Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, sauté garlic, add lemon juice and zest, return the fish to the pan, and cook briefly.
- Serve: Garnish with parsley and lemon slices before serving.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with rice, steamed vegetables, or roasted potatoes.
- For added flavor, consider incorporating white wine or chili flakes into the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
