Lemon Butter Fish Fillet is a simple yet elegant dish featuring tender white fish cooked in a rich, zesty lemon-butter sauce. Perfect for quick weeknight dinners or a light, healthy meal that feels restaurant-quality.
⏱ Prep & Cook Time
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 12–15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Servings: 4
🍳 Equipment
- Large skillet
- Spatula or fish turner
- Measuring spoons
- Knife & cutting board
🥘 Ingredients
- 4 fish fillets (tilapia, cod, haddock, or sole)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
- Lemon slices, for garnish (optional)
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Fish: Use firm white fish for best results.
- Butter: Unsalted butter lets you control salt levels.
- Lemon: Fresh lemon juice gives the best flavor.
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Season fish
Pat fish dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Cook fish
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
Add fish and cook 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and flaky.
Remove fish and set aside.
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3. Make lemon butter sauce
In the same skillet, melt butter.
Add garlic and sauté 30 seconds until fragrant.
Stir in lemon juice and zest.
4. Combine
Return fish to skillet and spoon sauce over fillets.
Simmer 1–2 minutes.
5. Serve
Garnish with parsley and lemon slices. Serve immediately.
📊 Nutrition (Approx per serving)
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 26g
- Carbs: 2g
- Fat: 18g
⭐ Tips & Variations
- Crispier fish: Lightly dust fillets with flour before cooking.
- Creamy version: Add 2 tbsp cream to the sauce.
- Herb swap: Try dill, thyme, or capers for variation.
- Oven-baked: Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes instead of pan-frying.
- Serving ideas: Pair with rice, roasted vegetables, or mashed potatoes.
