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Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillets

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A delicious and easy-to-make dish that brings fresh flavors to your dining table with a tangy lemon and rich butter sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 pieces white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, haddock, or your favorite) Choose thick fillets for even cooking.
  • 2 tbsp olive oil For brushing the fish.
  • 1 tsp paprika For seasoning.
  • 1 tsp garlic powder For seasoning.
  • 1 tsp onion powder For seasoning.
  • Salt and black pepper To taste.
For the Sauce
  • 4 tbsp butter Melted with olive oil.
  • 2 pieces lemons Juice and zest.
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced For flavor.
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped For garnish.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. Brush both sides with olive oil, then season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the fillets and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
  3. Remove from skillet and set aside.
Making the Sauce
  1. Lower heat to medium.
  2. Using the same skillet, melt butter with olive oil.
  3. Add garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Let the sauce simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Place fish on a serving platter.
  2. Spoon the warm lemon butter sauce over each fillet.
  3. Garnish with extra parsley and lemon slices.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 4gProtein: 30gFat: 26gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 500mgSugar: 1g

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a skillet over low heat to avoid drying them out.
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