Description
Buttery Cheesy Basa is a rich, creamy seafood dish featuring tender basa fillets smothered in a luscious buttery cheese sauce. This comforting and easy-to-make recipe combines simple, fresh ingredients to create a smooth, velvety texture with irresistible cheesy goodness, perfect for a quick and indulgent weeknight meal.
Ingredients
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Fish and Main Ingredients
- 4 fresh basa fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated cheese (mozzarella or cheddar recommended)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Basa Fillets: Rinse the basa fillets under cold water and pat them thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure the sauce adheres well during cooking.
- Sauté the Garlic: Melt butter in a pan over medium heat, then add minced garlic and cook until fragrant and golden, infusing the butter with rich aroma.
- Cook the Basa: Place the basa fillets into the garlic butter and cook gently on each side until the fish is just opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 3 to 4 minutes per side.
- Make the Cheese Sauce: Lower the heat and add heavy cream to the pan, stirring to combine with the buttery garlic mixture. Slowly incorporate grated cheese, stirring constantly until the sauce is smooth and velvety.
- Finish and Serve: Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice, season with salt and pepper, then sprinkle chopped parsley on top for a fresh, bright finish. Serve immediately while warm and cheesy.
Notes
- Choose fresh basa for best texture and flavor compared to frozen.
- Don’t overcook the fish – cook until just flaky and tender.
- Slowly melt the cheese into the cream to prevent clumping.
- Use good-quality butter for enhanced richness.
- Serve immediately for optimal taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 16 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg