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Lemon Butter Fish Fillet garnished with herbs and lemon slices

Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

A simple yet elegant dish that celebrates summer flavors with a delightful balance of lemon zest and buttery richness.
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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
Calories: 300
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 1 pound Fish Fillets (like cod, tilapia, or salmon)
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted for a milder flavor.
  • 3 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice From 1 lemon.
  • 1 lemon Lemon Zest From 1 lemon.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • to taste Salt and Pepper
  • for garnish Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • a pinch Red pepper flakes Optional for a spicy kick.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rinse the fish fillets under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  2. Zest and juice your lemon.
Cooking
  1. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers.
  2. Sauté the minced garlic for about 30 seconds until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  3. Cook the fish fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden color is achieved and the fish flakes easily with a fork. Season with salt and pepper during cooking.
  4. Push the cooked fish to one side of the skillet, then add the remaining butter, lemon juice, and zest to the empty side. Let them bubble together for 1-2 minutes before combining with the fish.
  5. Sprinkle fresh parsley and optional red pepper flakes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 300mgSugar: 1g

Notes

For a lighter version, consider swapping butter for olive oil or vegan butter. You can also add herbs like dill or thyme for extra flavor.

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