Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet:
🐟 Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet Recipe
Ingredients:
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4 white fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or haddock work great)
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 garlic cloves, minced
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Zest of 1 lemon
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Juice of 1 lemon (about 2 tablespoons)
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
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Lemon slices, for garnish
Instructions:
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Season the Fish:
Pat the fillets dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper. -
Sear the Fish:
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish fillets and cook for 3–4 minutes per side (depending on thickness), or until golden and cooked through. Remove from pan and set aside. -
Make Lemon Butter Sauce:
In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and let it melt. Stir in garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant. Add lemon zest and juice, then stir well. -
Combine & Serve:
Return the fish to the skillet and spoon sauce over the fillets. Let it simmer for 1 minute to heat through. -
Garnish:
Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with lemon slices.
Serving Ideas:
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Serve over rice, mashed potatoes, or a light salad.
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Pair with steamed vegetables or roasted asparagus.
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