Description
Delicate lemon butter fish fillet promises a culinary journey of Mediterranean elegance, blending zesty citrus with rich, golden seafood. Silky fish melts on your palate, offering a perfect balance of fresh flavors that transport taste buds to coastal shores.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 fish fillets (such as cod)
Citrus and Seasoning:
- 2 lemons (juiced and zested)
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Cooking Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons (45 milliliters) butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the oven at 375°F (190°C) and select a suitable baking dish for the fish fillets.
- Create a zesty lemon butter sauce by melting butter in a saucepan over medium heat, then infuse with minced garlic and fresh lemon zest for approximately 60 seconds until aromatic.
- Temporarily remove the saucepan from heat and incorporate freshly squeezed lemon juice, high-quality olive oil, finely chopped parsley, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper into the butter mixture.
- Carefully arrange the fish fillets in the prepared baking dish, ensuring they are positioned in a single layer without overcrowding.
- Generously drizzle the prepared lemon butter sauce over the fillets, using a spoon to evenly distribute and coat each piece thoroughly.
- Transfer the baking dish to the preheated oven and roast for 12-15 minutes, monitoring the fish’s doneness by checking that it flakes effortlessly when tested with a fork.
- Once cooked, remove from the oven and let the fillets rest for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to settle before serving.
Notes
- Choose white fish with firm texture like cod, halibut, or tilapia for best results.
- Pat fish dry before adding sauce to ensure crispy, golden edges and prevent watery cooking.
- Adjust baking time based on fillet thickness; thinner fillets need less time to prevent overcooking.
- Fresh herbs can be substituted or added for more complex flavor profile, such as dill or thyme.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 254 kcal
- Sugar: 0.5 g
- Sodium: 230 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0.1 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0.2 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg