Description
Garlic Butter Pan-Seared Fish is a quick and delightful dish that transforms your dining experience. Imagine tender white fish fillets, perfectly seared to a golden brown, enveloped in rich garlic butter. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or fancy gatherings alike, offering an explosion of flavors with minimal effort. The combination of flaky fish with the fragrant aroma of garlic and the savory richness of butter creates a mouthwatering meal that will impress your family and friends. Pair it with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or a crisp salad for a well-rounded meal that’s as satisfying as it is delicious.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 fillets of white fish (such as cod or tilapia)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Season both sides of the fish fillets generously with salt and pepper.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt the butter until bubbling. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Place the fish fillets in the skillet, skin-side down if applicable. Cook undisturbed for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg