Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet: A 15-Minute Restaurant-Quality Dish 🍋🐟


Bright, buttery, and bursting with fresh citrus flavor, this Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet is a light yet luxurious meal that cooks in just 15 minutes! Perfect for busy weeknights, date nights, or whenever you crave a healthy, flavorful seafood dish that feels gourmet.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✔ Fast & foolproof – Ready in 15 minutes!
✔ Bright lemon-garlic butter sauce that elevates simple fish
✔ Works with any white fish – Cod, tilapia, halibut, or sea bass
✔ Healthy, low-carb, and packed with flavor

Ingredients

For the Fish:

  • 4 (6 oz) white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or halibut)

  • ½ tsp salt

  • ¼ tsp black pepper

  • ½ tsp paprika (optional, for color)

  • 2 tbsp olive oil

For the Lemon Butter Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter

  • 3 garlic cloves, minced

  • ¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth

  • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 large lemon)

  • 1 tsp lemon zest

  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

  • Red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)

For Serving (Optional):

  • Lemon wedges

  • Steamed asparagus or green beans

  • Garlic mashed potatoes or rice


Step-by-Step Instructions



 

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