Paleo Fish in Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Paleo Fish in Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce, a luxurious yet guilt-free dish that's bursting with fresh, zesty flavors! Perfectly seared white fish fillets, like cod or halibut, are tender and flaky, simmered in a luscious dairy-free sauce made from creamy coconut cream, tangy lemon juice, and fragrant garlic and shallots. The sauce is accented by vibrant lemon zest, briny capers, and the fresh aroma of dill, creating a harmonious blend of savory, bright, and herbal notes. Ready in just 30 minutes, this paleo and gluten-free recipe is both elegant and easy to prepare, making it ideal for busy weeknights or a refined dinner party. Serve it with a side of steamed vegetables or cauliflower rice for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal!

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces white fish fillets (such as cod or halibut)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil
• 2 tablespoons shallots, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 0.5 cup coconut cream
• 3 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 2 tablespoons capers, drained

Directions

Step 1

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of coconut oil over medium heat. Once hot, add the fish fillets in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fish from the skillet and keep warm on a plate.

Step 3

In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of coconut oil. Reduce the heat to medium-low and add the chopped shallots and minced garlic. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the shallots are translucent and fragrant.

Step 4

Add the coconut cream, stirring continuously until it's well incorporated and starts to simmer. Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, and capers, and stir to combine.

Step 5

Let the sauce simmer gently for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, stirring occasionally to ensure it doesn't stick to the skillet.

Step 6

Return the fish fillets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Allow them to warm in the sauce for a minute or two.

Step 7

Sprinkle fresh dill over the fish before serving.

Step 8

Serve the fish immediately, garnishing with extra lemon slices if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(648.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1143.2

Total Fat 53.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 43.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.7g
Cholesterol 200mg	0%
Sodium 3071.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 75.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.4g	0%
Total Sugars 64.3g
Protein 91.3g	0%

Vitamin D 800IU	0%
Calcium 136.6mg	0%
Iron 2.7mg	0%
Potassium 1515.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 31.8%

Carbs: 26.2%