Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

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If you’re looking for a simple yet elegant seafood dish, this Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet is the perfect choice. With a crispy golden crust and a rich, tangy lemon butter sauce, this dish is packed with flavor while remaining light and healthy.

Ingredients

For the Fish:

4 fillets of white fish (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and black 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 black pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. Prepare the Fish

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels.
Brush both sides with olive oil and season evenly with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.

2. Cook the Fish

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until they develop a golden crust.
Once cooked, remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. Prepare the Lemon Butter Sauce

Lower the heat to medium and melt the butter with olive oil in the same skillet.
Add minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley.
Season with salt and black pepper, then let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.

4. Assemble and Serve

Arrange the cooked fish fillets on a serving platter.
Spoon the warm lemon butter sauce over the fillets.
Garnish with extra parsley and lemon slices.

Serving Suggestions

This dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables, garlic butter rice, or a fresh green salad. For a low-carb option, serve it with roasted asparagus or cauliflower mash.