Paleo Seared Fish Fillet with Lemon Butter Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this Paleo Seared Fish Fillet with Lemon Butter Sauce—an elegant dish that’s deceptively simple yet bursting with flavor. Perfectly pan-seared fish fillets, such as cod or snapper, develop a golden crust while staying tender and flaky on the inside. The real magic lies in the silky lemon butter sauce, made with rich ghee, a hint of garlic, and freshly squeezed lemon juice for a zesty finish, all tied together with a sprinkle of fresh parsley. This paleo-friendly recipe comes together in just 25 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy nights or an easy way to impress guests. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables or a light salad to complement the bright, buttery flavors. A go-to choice for those seeking a healthy, refined, gluten-free meal option!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (such as cod or snapper)
- 1 whole lemon
- 4 tablespoons ghee or clarified butter
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Directions
Step 1
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 3
Once the oil is hot, add the fish fillets to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and keep warm.
Step 4
Reduce the heat to medium and add 3 tablespoons of ghee to the same skillet.
Step 5
Add minced garlic to the melted ghee and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
Step 6
Squeeze the juice of one lemon into the skillet, stirring to combine.
Step 7
Simmer the mixture for 1-2 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
Step 8
Add the remaining tablespoon of ghee and stir until it melts and combines into the sauce.
Step 9
Add the chopped fresh parsley to the sauce, stirring well.
Step 10
Place the fish fillets back into the skillet, spooning the lemon butter sauce over the top.
Step 11
Serve the fish fillets with additional sauce spooned over them, garnished with extra parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (549.5g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 996.4 |
| Total Fat 73.9g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 37.8g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.4g | |
| Cholesterol 293.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2606.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 8.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 1.6g | |
| Protein 73.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 800IU | 0% |
| Calcium 92.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.6mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1388.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories