Sesame Crusted Fish with Soy Butter and Ginger Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this Sesame Crusted Fish with Soy Butter and Ginger Sauce, a flavorful fusion of nutty sesame crust and tangy, rich soy-ginger glaze. Perfect for fish fillets like mahi-mahi, cod, or halibut, this recipe combines the crunch of golden sesame seeds with the velvety decadence of a butter-infused sauce, enhanced by fresh ginger, lime juice, and a touch of honey. With just 30 minutes from prep to plate, this dish is easy enough for a quick meal but impressive enough to wow guests. Pair it with fluffy rice or tender steamed vegetables for a complete meal that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Whether you're craving an Asian-inspired flair or a crispy fish recipe with a twist, this dish hits all the right notes for flavor and style!
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Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fish fillets (such as mahi-mahi, cod, or halibut)
- 0.25 cup White sesame seeds
- 0.25 cup Black sesame seeds
- 0.25 cup All-purpose flour
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger (grated)
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 2 pieces Green onions (thinly sliced)
- 0 Cooked rice or steamed vegetables (optional, for serving)
Directions
Step 1
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Step 2
Set up a breading station: place the flour in a shallow dish, beat the egg in a second dish, and mix the white and black sesame seeds in a third dish.
Step 3
Dredge each fish fillet in the flour, shaking off the excess. Dip the fillet in the beaten egg, then press it into the sesame seed mixture to coat both sides evenly.
Step 4
Heat the vegetable oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the fish fillets. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side or until the crust is golden brown and the fish is cooked through. Remove the fish and set aside on a plate lined with paper towels.
Step 5
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to low and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the soy sauce, grated ginger, honey, and lime juice. Cook for 1-2 minutes, stirring, until the sauce is well combined and fragrant. Remove from heat.
Step 6
Plate the fish fillets and drizzle the soy butter and ginger sauce over the top. Garnish with sliced green onions.
Step 7
Serve immediately with cooked rice or steamed vegetables if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (822.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1739.9 |
| Total Fat 109.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 27.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 27.2g | |
| Cholesterol 521.5mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2699.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 78.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 7.6g | |
| Protein 118.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 853.8IU | 0% |
| Calcium 711.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 13.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2173.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories