Fish with Mandarin and Dill Sauce
Transform your dinner table into a culinary masterpiece with this zesty and aromatic Fish with Mandarin and Dill Sauce recipe. Perfectly pan-seared fish fillets are bathed in a luxurious mandarin orange sauce, rich with cream and the bright, herbaceous flavor of fresh dill. The dish strikes a perfect balance between citrusy sweetness and savory depth, thanks to the addition of garlic, butter, and a hint of chicken or vegetable stock. Ready in just 35 minutes, this elegant yet easy recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions alike. Serve it alongside roasted potatoes or steamed vegetables for a complete, restaurant-quality meal bursting with vibrant flavors. Keywords: fish with mandarin sauce, dill sauce for fish, citrus fish recipes, easy seafood dinner recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (e.g. cod, halibut, or tilapia)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 pieces fresh mandarin oranges
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill, finely chopped
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 0.25 cup chicken or vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 2 teaspoons water
Instructions
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides of the fillets evenly with salt and black pepper.
Heat the olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium heat. Once hot, place the fish fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden and cooked through (fish should flake easily with a fork). Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside, covered, to keep warm.
Peel the mandarin oranges and separate them into segments. Reserve a few segments for garnish and squeeze the juice from the rest into a bowl. Set aside.
In the same skillet, melt the unsalted butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.
Pour in the chicken or vegetable stock and add the mandarin juice. Stir and bring to a gentle simmer.
Whisk the cornstarch and water together in a small bowl to create a slurry. Slowly pour the slurry into the skillet, stirring constantly to thicken the sauce.
Once the sauce begins to thicken, stir in the heavy cream and chopped dill. Simmer for another 2-3 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper, if needed.
Return the cooked fish fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top to coat. Cook for 1-2 minutes to warm through.
Plate the fish and drizzle with extra sauce. Garnish with reserved mandarin segments and additional fresh dill, if desired.
Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as steamed vegetables, rice, or roasted potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
406 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 25.4 g | 33% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 130 mg | 43% | |
| Sodium | 654 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.3 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.0 g | ||
| Protein | 33.3 g | 67% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.6 mcg | 43% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 653 mg | 14% | |
*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.
