Fish Fillet with Garlic Butter and Black Olives
Elevate your next seafood dinner with this irresistible Fish Fillet with Garlic Butter and Black Olives recipe, a dish that combines bright Mediterranean flavors with comforting richness. Delicate fish fillets, perfectly pan-seared to golden brown, are bathed in a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with the tang of fresh lemon juice and the briny depth of sliced black olives. A sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of color and herbal notes, making this dish as visually stunning as it is delicious. Ready in just 25 minutes, this quick and easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners yet elegant enough for special occasions. Pair it with sides like steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete, satisfying meal that’s sure to become a new favorite. Keywords: fish fillet recipe, garlic butter fish, black olives and fish, Mediterranean fish dish, easy seafood dinner.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (e.g., cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup black olives, sliced
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat.
Place the fish fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium-low and add the butter. Allow it to melt completely.
Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 30 seconds, or until fragrant. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.
Stir in the sliced black olives and lemon juice, cooking for an additional 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Return the cooked fish fillets to the skillet, spooning the garlic butter and olive mixture over each fillet. Let the fish warm through for about 1-2 minutes.
Remove the skillet from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately, pairing the fish with your choice of side dishes such as steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
995 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 95.0 g | 122% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.1 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 188 mg | 63% | |
| Sodium | 2452 mg | 107% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.8 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.7 g | 17% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.3 g | ||
| Protein | 24.3 g | 49% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.9 mcg | 29% | |
| Calcium | 78 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 510 mg | 11% | |
*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.
