Description
Crispy and delicious lemon butter fish bites served with a tangy garlic aioli, perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 1 lb fresh white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 unit lemon zest, for garnish
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice (for aioli)
- Salt and pepper to taste (for aioli)
Instructions
- Combine flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika in a shallow dish.
- Dredge fish fillets in the seasoned flour mixture.
- Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the coated fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and flaky.
- Drizzle fresh lemon juice over fish while cooking.
- In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, minced garlic, and additional lemon juice for garlic aioli. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve the fish bites garnished with lemon zest and fresh parsley, alongside garlic aioli for dipping.
Notes
Experiment with different spices in the coating for varied flavors. Serve with a light salad or roasted veggies.