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Lemon Butter Fish: An Incredible Ultimate Recipe for 4


  • Author: Olivia
  • Total Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

– 4 fish fillets (tilapia, cod, or salmon)
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 lemons (1 for juice, 1 for slices)
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Salt and pepper, to taste
– Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (for garnish)


Instructions

Creating Lemon Butter Fish is simple and straightforward. Just follow these easy steps:

1. Prepare the Fish: Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat the Pan: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat until melted and sizzling.
3. Cook the Fish: Place the fish fillets in the skillet and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through and flaky.
4. Add Garlic: In the last minute of cooking, add the minced garlic to the pan, stirring to combine.
5. Prepare the Sauce: Squeeze the juice of one lemon over the fish and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Allow the butter to melt and create a sauce.
6. Garnish: Remove the pan from heat and garnish with lemon slices and freshly chopped herbs.
7. Serve Immediately: Enjoy your Lemon Butter Fish while hot, drizzled with the buttery lemon sauce.

These steps will guide you effortlessly in creating this flavorful dish that is sure to impress anyone who tastes it.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4
  • Calories: 300 kcal
  • Fat: 20g
  • Protein: 25g