Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet
Ingredients:
For the Fish:
• 4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
• 4 tablespoons butter
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Juice and zest of 2 lemons
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions:
Preparing the Fish:
• Season the Fish:
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Rub both sides of the fillets with olive oil. Season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
• Cook the Fish:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish fillets and cook for 3–4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and flaky. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside.
Preparing the Lemon Butter Sauce:
• Make the Sauce:
Using the same skillet, reduce heat to medium. Add butter and olive oil to the pan. Once the butter has melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
• Add Lemon and Seasoning:
Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley. Season the sauce with salt and pepper to taste. Simmer gently for 2–3 minutes.
Assemble and Serve:
• Place the cooked fish fillets on a serving platter.
• Drizzle the warm lemon butter sauce over the fillets.
• Garnish with additional parsley and lemon slices for a vibrant finish.