Description
A flavorful fish fillet dish with a tangy lemon butter sauce, perfect for a quick and healthy meal. This dish pairs well with vegetables or rice for a complete dinner.
Ingredients
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For the Fish:
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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Preparing the Fish:
- Season the Fish: Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Rub both sides of the fillets with olive oil. Season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Cook the Fish: Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and flaky. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside.
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Preparing the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- Make the Sauce: Using the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and olive oil to the pan. Once the butter has melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Add Lemon and Seasoning: Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer gently for 2-3 minutes.
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Assemble and Serve:
- Place the cooked fish fillets on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the warm lemon butter sauce over the fillets.
- Garnish with additional parsley and lemon slices for a vibrant finish.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 75mg