Description
There’s nothing quite like a dish that combines simplicity with exquisite flavor, and this Lemon Butter Sauce Fish recipe achieves just that.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or snapper)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in your skillet over medium-high heat. Season the fish fillets generously with salt and pepper on both sides, ensuring that the flavors permeate the fish thoroughly. Add the fish to the hot skillet. Cook each side for about 3-4 minutes or until the fish achieves a golden crust and is cooked through. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside while keeping it warm.
- Using the same skillet where the essence of the fish has been left, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about a minute until it becomes fragrant, releasing an irresistible aroma. Stir in the lemon zest, juice, and the Dijon mustard, allowing the ingredients to simmer together for about 2 minutes. This step ensures that the flavors meld into a harmonious sauce.
- Gently return the fish fillets to the skillet, now enveloped in the rich, vibrant sauce. Carefully spoon the sauce over each fillet, so every bite is infused with the zesty, buttery goodness. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley to add a pop of color and an extra layer of freshness before serving.
Notes
This recipe works best with fresh, firm fish fillets to keep their shape during cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
Nutrition
- Calories: 300 kcal
- Sodium: 370 mg
- Protein: 25 g