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Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

Lemon Butter Fish Fillet: A Quick, Zesty Dinner You’ll Love

A quick, healthy Lemon Butter Fish Fillet recipe that transforms your weeknight dinner into a flavorful celebration.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 2 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: DINNER
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Fish Fillets (cod or tilapia) Fresh or thawed works best.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can be swapped with any neutral oil.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for seasoning.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Consider smoked paprika for extra dimension.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can provide bolder taste.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Feel free to omit if you prefer milder seasoning.
For the Lemon Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Creates a rich sauce.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Fresh lemons yield the best results.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Infuses the dish with bright flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Can be swapped with dill or chives.

Equipment

  • skillet

Method
 

How to Make Lemon Butter Fish Fillet
  1. Begin by patting the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Drizzle olive oil over each side, then sprinkle with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the seasoned fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown and flaky.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and a splash of olive oil. Once melted, add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, then stir in lemon juice and zest.
  4. Arrange the cooked fish on a platter and drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the top. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 35gFat: 20gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh fish ingredients and adjust seasonings according to your taste preferences.

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