Description
Succulent pan-fried fish with lemon butter sauce brings Mediterranean coastal charm to dinner tables. Fresh fillets bathed in tangy citrus embrace create an elegant seafood experience you’ll savor with pure culinary delight.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 4 fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or sole)
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) all-purpose flour
- 4 tablespoons (60 grams) unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) olive oil
Seasoning and Flavor Enhancers:
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) chicken broth
- 1 lemon, juiced
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) capers, drained
- 2 tablespoons (8 grams) fresh parsley, chopped
Garnish:
- Lemon slices
Instructions
- Prepare the fillets by seasoning each side with a sprinkle of salt and pepper, then delicately coat with a light dusting of flour, gently tapping to remove excess.
- Heat a skillet over medium-high temperature, combining butter and olive oil until the mixture is shimmering and fragrant.
- Carefully place the floured fish into the hot pan, allowing it to sizzle and develop a golden-brown crust for approximately 4 minutes on each side, ensuring the fish is cooked through and flakes easily.
- Transfer the perfectly seared fish to a separate plate, keeping it warm.
- Deglaze the same skillet by pouring in chicken broth and fresh lemon juice, using a wooden spoon to scrape up the flavorful browned bits clinging to the pan’s surface.
- Introduce capers to the liquid, then whisk in the remaining butter until it melts completely and the sauce transforms into a slightly thickened, glossy consistency.
- Gently return the fish to the skillet, tenderly spooning the aromatic sauce over the fillets and allowing them to warm through for an additional minute.
- Present the dish with a vibrant garnish of freshly chopped parsley and delicate lemon slices, creating a visually appealing and zesty finish.
Notes
- Flour coating creates a crispy, golden exterior that locks in moisture and adds delightful texture to delicate fish fillets.
- Use a non-stick or well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent fish from sticking and ensure even browning without tearing.
- Pat fish dry with paper towels before seasoning to remove excess moisture, which helps achieve a perfect crispy crust and prevents steaming.
- Substitute gluten-free flour or almond meal for a low-carb option that maintains the same satisfying crunch and flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 70mg