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Golden pan-fried fish fillets drizzled with zesty lemon butter sauce and fresh parsley
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Pan-Fried Fish with Lemon Butter Sauce

Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time10 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 white fish fillets (6 ounces each)
  • 0.5 teaspoon sal t
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons all -purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Pat fish fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a proper sear.
  • Season fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
  • Lightly dredge fish in flour, shaking off excess to leave a thin coating.
  • Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  • Place fish in the skillet and sear for 3 to 4 minutes per side until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit and the flesh is opaque.
  • Remove fish from the skillet and set aside on a warm plate.
  • Reduce heat to low and add butter to the skillet, stirring until melted and foaming.
  • Whisk in lemon juice, lemon zest, and parsley to emulsify the sauce.
  • Spoon the lemon butter sauce over the fish and serve immediately.