Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet
Flaky, buttery fish fillets topped with zesty lemon-garlic butter sauce. Bright, fresh, and full of flavor in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
For the Fish
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp onion powder
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
For the Lemon Butter Sauce
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Time & Yield
- Prep: 10 minutes
- Cook: 15 minutes
- Total: 25 minutes
- Serves: 4
Tips
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- Add capers for a tangy, briny twist.
- Try this sauce with shrimp, salmon, or scallops too!
Directions
- Season Fish: Pat dry and season with paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Sear: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook fillets 3–4 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Set aside.
- Sauce: In the same skillet, melt butter and add olive oil. Stir in garlic, lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Cook 1–2 minutes.
- Serve: Pour sauce over fish and serve hot. Garnish with extra parsley and lemon wedges.
Fresh, flavorful, and foolproof — a must-try for seafood lovers!
