Fish Steaks with Tarragon
Elevate your dinner table with these irresistible Fish Steaks with Tarragon, a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. This quick and easy recipe showcases tender fish steaks—options like salmon, tuna, or halibut work wonderfully—pan-seared to golden perfection. The star of the dish is the rich tarragon butter sauce, infused with fresh tarragon leaves, garlic, zesty lemon juice, and a touch of broth for depth. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant occasions alike. Pair it with roasted vegetables or creamy mashed potatoes for a complete, restaurant-quality meal made right in your kitchen. Whether you’re searching for “tarragon fish recipes” or “quick dinner ideas,” this dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fish steaks (such as salmon, tuna, or halibut)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh tarragon leaves
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup Chicken or fish broth
Instructions
Pat the fish steaks dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Set aside for about 5 minutes while you prepare the other ingredients.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the fish steaks to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side (depending on thickness) until golden brown and just cooked through. Remove the fish from the skillet and set it on a plate; cover loosely with foil to keep warm.
Reduce the heat to medium. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, stirring frequently, until fragrant.
Add the chicken or fish broth and lemon juice to the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan. Let the mixture simmer for 2-3 minutes until slightly reduced.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the unsalted butter, one tablespoon at a time, whisking until the butter is melted and fully incorporated. Stir in the fresh tarragon leaves and let the sauce cook for another 30 seconds.
Return the fish steaks to the skillet and spoon the tarragon butter sauce over them. Allow the fish to warm through for 1-2 minutes.
Transfer the fish steaks to serving plates and pour the remaining tarragon butter sauce over the top. Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 128.6 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.8 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 376 mg | 125% | |
| Sodium | 3037 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g | 2% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.8 g | ||
| Protein | 89.8 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 45.0 mcg | 225% | |
| Calcium | 107 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1704 mg | 36% | |
*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.
