Peppered Fish in Herbed Butter

Indulge in the elegance of **Peppered Fish in Herbed Butter**, a quick and flavorful seafood recipe that's perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender fish fillets, seasoned with freshly cracked black pepper and lightly coated in a golden crust, are pan-fried to perfection before being bathed in a rich, buttery sauce infused with garlic, fresh parsley, and dill. A splash of zesty lemon juice brightens the dish, while vibrant lemon wedges add the perfect finishing touch. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe combines simple ingredients and bold flavors for a meal that’s as easy to make as it is impressive to serve. Pair it with steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete, restaurant-worthy experience at home! Perfect for those searching for "quick fish recipes with butter," "herb and garlic seafood dishes," and "flavorful skillet fish recipes."

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or salmon)
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Freshly cracked black pepper
• 3 tablespoons All-purpose flour
• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
• 4 pieces Lemon wedges

Directions

Step 1

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and freshly cracked black pepper.

Step 2

Lightly dredge the fish fillets in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat 2 tablespoons of butter and 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 4

Once the butter has melted and begins to bubble, place the fish fillets into the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side until the fish is golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.

Step 5

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter. Let it melt gently.

Step 6

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 7

Add the chopped parsley and dill to the skillet, stirring to combine. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.

Step 8

Pour in the fresh lemon juice and stir the herbed butter sauce well to combine all the flavors.

Step 9

Return the cooked fish fillets to the skillet. Spoon the herbed butter sauce over the top of the fillets and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes to heat through.

Step 10

Serve the peppered fish immediately, garnished with additional parsley and accompanied by lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(808.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2217.9

Total Fat 172.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 61.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 564mg	0%
Sodium 2733.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 25.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.2g
Protein 136.2g	0%

Vitamin D 2700IU	0%
Calcium 157.0mg	0%
Iron 5.9mg	0%
Potassium 2555.3mg	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: 70.6%

Protein: 24.8%

Carbs: 4.7%