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Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

Lemon Butter Fish Fillet: Quick, Flavorful Dinner Bliss

This Lemon Butter Fish Fillet is a quick and flavorful dinner that combines lemon and butter for a citrusy delight.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Coastal
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 fillets Fish Fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock) Use fresh options for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For drizzling on the fish.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Enhances color and flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Aromatic flavor enhancer.
  • 1 teaspoon Onion Powder Adds depth to seasoning.
For the Lemon Butter Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Butter Rich component for the sauce.
  • 4 cloves Garlic (minced) For aromatic flavor.
  • 2 lemons Lemon (juice and zest) Provides tangy flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (chopped) For garnish.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Pepper To taste.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and drizzle olive oil over them.
  2. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Let sit while skillet preheats.
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high and cook the fish for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Remove the fish and melt butter and olive oil in the skillet.
  5. Sauté minced garlic in the butter for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Stir in lemon juice and zest, simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  7. Drizzle the sauce over the fish and garnish with parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

For best flavor, always choose fresh fish and monitor the cooking time closely to avoid overcooking.

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