Description
A quick and nutritious lemon butter fish fillet recipe that’s bursting with flavor and perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
- 4 fillets of fresh white fish (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil (for drizzling on the fish)
- 1 teaspoon of paprika
- 1 teaspoon of garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon of onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 tablespoons of butter (for making the sauce)
- 2 tablespoons of olive oil (for the sauce)
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- Zest and juice of 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare 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: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add the seasoned fish fillets. Cook for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown and flaky. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
- Make the lemon butter sauce: In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium and add butter and olive oil. Once melted, add minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add lemon: Stir in lemon juice and zest, and season with salt and pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 2–3 minutes.
- Combine and serve: Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the cooked fish fillets and garnish with chopped parsley. Serve immediately and enjoy your lemon butter fish fillet!
Notes
Ensure to serve the fish immediately after cooking for the best flavors and textures. Experiment with different herbs for added flair.