Fish in Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce
Elevate your dinner table with this irresistible Fish in Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce, a restaurant-quality dish that's surprisingly simple to make at home. Perfectly seared fish fillets, such as cod or tilapia, are enveloped in a rich and velvety sauce made from butter, garlic, fresh lemon juice, and heavy cream, creating a flawless balance of bright citrus and indulgent creaminess. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a pop of color and freshness to this quick 35-minute recipe, ideal for a cozy weeknight meal or an elegant dinner party. Whether paired with steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread to soak up every drop of the luscious sauce, this crowd-pleaser will soon become a staple in your recipe rotation.
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Directions
Step 1
Season the fish fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Step 2
Dredge each fillet lightly in the flour, shaking off any excess.
Step 3
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Add the fish fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Step 5
In the same skillet, add butter and allow it to melt.
Step 6
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 7
Pour in the lemon juice, stirring to combine with the garlic butter.
Step 8
Reduce the heat to low, then stir in the heavy cream and let it simmer gently for 2-3 minutes until slightly thickened.
Step 9
Return the fish fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over them.
Step 10
Sprinkle chopped parsley over the dish and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (730.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1733.9 |
| Total Fat 124.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 56.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.1g | |
| Cholesterol 491.6mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2941.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.7g | |
| Protein 95.7g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 809.0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 140.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 6.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1447.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories