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pan fried fish with lemon butter sauce

Pan Fried Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce: 7 Tips for Perfection

  • Author: Lisa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Pan fried fish served with a lemon butter sauce for a flavorful meal.


Ingredients

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  • 4 fish fillets (e.g., tilapia or cod)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

  1. Rinse the fish fillets and pat them dry.
  2. Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish.
  3. Dredge each fillet in the flour mixture.
  4. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
  5. Cook the fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Remove fish from the skillet and set aside.
  7. In the same skillet, melt butter over low heat.
  8. Add lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine.
  9. Pour the sauce over the fish before serving.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley.

Notes

  • Use fresh fish for best results.
  • Adjust lemon juice according to taste.
  • Serve immediately for optimal flavor.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: pan fried fish, lemon butter sauce, easy fish recipe