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Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

A quick and flavorful fish dish with zesty lemon and butter.

  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon wedges for serving

Instructions

  1. Pat the fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Place the fish fillets in the skillet. Cook for 3–4 minutes on one side until golden brown.
  4. Flip gently, then pour in lemon juice and sprinkle lemon zest. Cook the other side for 2–3 minutes until fish is flaky.
  5. Spoon buttery sauce over the fillets as they finish cooking.
  6. Garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • This recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight meal.
  • Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or rice.
  • Author: Chef Mario
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 270 kcal
  • Sugar: N/A
  • Sodium: N/A
  • Fat: N/A
  • Saturated Fat: N/A
  • Unsaturated Fat: N/A
  • Trans Fat: N/A
  • Carbohydrates: N/A
  • Fiber: N/A
  • Protein: N/A
  • Cholesterol: N/A

Keywords: fish, lemon, butter, quick, healthy