Ingredients
- For the Fish:
- 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Juice and zest of 2 lemons
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- For Garnish:
- Lemon slices
- Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Preparing the Fish:
Season the Fish: Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cook the Fish:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish fillets and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Preparing the Lemon Butter Sauce:
Make the Sauce: In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter and olive oil. Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Add Lemon and Seasoning:
Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Serving the Dish:
Plate the Fish: Place the cooked fish fillets on a serving platter.
Pour the Sauce:
Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the fish fillets.
Garnish:
Garnish with lemon slices and additional chopped parsley.