Fish Fillets with Lemon Tarragon Butter
Elevate your seafood dinner with these delectable Fish Fillets with Lemon Tarragon Butter, a dish that combines tender, golden-browned fish with a vibrant, aromatic sauce. Perfectly seasoned and lightly dredged in flour to create a beautiful crisp exterior, these fillets are pan-seared to flaky perfection. The real star, however, is the rich and tangy lemon tarragon butter sauce, made with fresh herbs, garlic, and zesty lemon juice that infuse every bite with a burst of flavor. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is quick, elegant, and ideal for a weeknight dinner or special occasion. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp green salad for a restaurant-worthy meal at home. Keywords: fish fillets, lemon tarragon butter, quick seafood recipe, pan-seared fish, easy dinner ideas.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or halibut)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh tarragon, chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Directions
Step 1
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Lightly dredge each fillet in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
Step 3
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Place the floured fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and flaky. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Step 5
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter.
Step 6
Once the butter has melted, add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute, until fragrant.
Step 7
Stir in the fresh tarragon, lemon juice, and lemon zest; cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Step 8
Return the fish fillets to the skillet, spooning the lemon tarragon butter sauce over the top. Heat for 1-2 minutes to warm through.
Step 9
Serve the fish fillets immediately, drizzled with the lemon tarragon butter sauce. Pair with steamed vegetables, rice, or a light salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (562.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1158.2 |
| Total Fat 82.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 33.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 324mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2612.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 0.9g | |
| Protein 80.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 800IU | 0% |
| Calcium 153.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1410.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories