Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce for Fish and Seafood

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Elevate your seafood dishes with this luscious Creamy Lemon Butter Sauce, a dreamy blend of rich, velvety textures and zesty brightness. Crafted with a base of melted unsalted butter, heavy cream, and fresh lemon juice, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between indulgent and refreshing. Aromatic garlic and vibrant lemon zest infuse every bite with irresistible flavor, while a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley adds a pop of color and freshness. Ready in just 15 minutes, this versatile sauce is the ideal companion for grilled, baked, or pan-seared fish, shrimp, or scallops. Perfect for date nights or elegant dinner presentations, this recipe will make any meal feel like a gourmet experience. Don't settle for bland—make your seafood shine with this easy and irresistible sauce!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 min
• Cook Time: 10 min
• Total Time: 15 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

8 items

• 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 0.5 cups Heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon Zest of lemon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (chopped)

📝 Instructions

8 steps

1. In a medium saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat until fully liquefied and slightly foamy, about 2 minutes.

2. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes or until fragrant, but not browned.

3. Reduce the heat to low and carefully pour in the heavy cream, stirring constantly to combine.

4. Whisk in the fresh lemon juice and lemon zest, ensuring the sauce remains smooth and creamy.

5. Season with salt and ground black pepper. Adjust seasoning to taste.

6. Simmer the sauce on low for 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon.

7. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the fresh chopped parsley for a touch of color and flavor.

8. Serve immediately by drizzling the warm sauce over grilled, baked, or pan-seared fish or seafood of your choice.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (66.5g)

Calories		259
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		27.3 g	35%
	Saturated Fat	17.0 g	85%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		76 mg	25%
Sodium		134 mg	6%
Total Carbohydrate		1.6 g	1%
	Dietary Fiber	0.3 g	1%
	Total Sugars	0.4 g
Protein		0.4 g	1%
Vitamin D		0.3 mcg	1%
Calcium		11 mg	1%
Iron		0.1 mg	1%
Potassium		44 mg	1%

*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: 983 cal (96.8%%)

Protein: 6 cal (0.6%%)

Carbs: 25 cal (2.5%%)