Fish with Sage and Garlic Sauce
Elevate your seafood dinner with this elegant yet simple Fish with Sage and Garlic Sauce recipe. Perfectly pan-seared fish fillets, lightly dusted with flour for a crisp golden crust, are bathed in a rich, aromatic sauce made with fragrant fresh sage leaves, butter, and garlic. A splash of white wine and a squeeze of lemon juice brighten the dish, infusing each bite with vibrant flavor. Ready in just 35 minutes, this recipe balances rustic charm with gourmet flair, making it ideal for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve with steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or crusty bread to soak up the luscious sauce. This recipe is a must-try for seafood lovers seeking a quick, savory, and gourmet-inspired meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (e.g., cod, halibut, or tilapia)
- 10 leaves fresh sage leaves
- 4 cloves garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 0.25 cup white wine (optional)
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water
Instructions
Pat dry the fish fillets with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Dredge the fish fillets lightly in the flour, shaking off any excess. Set aside.
In a large skillet, heat the olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Once hot, add the fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
Lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter to the skillet. Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Add the sage leaves to the skillet and cook for 1-2 minutes until crisp and aromatic.
Deglaze the skillet with the white wine (if using) and allow it to simmer for 2 minutes to reduce slightly. If not using wine, substitute with 2 tablespoons of water.
Stir in the fresh lemon juice and cook for another 1-2 minutes to combine the flavors.
Return the fish fillets to the skillet and spoon the sage and garlic sauce over them. Cook for another 2 minutes to warm the fish through and coat them in the sauce.
Serve the fish fillets immediately, drizzled with extra sauce from the skillet. Pair with steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1222 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.2 g | 91% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.1 g | 136% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 293 mg | 98% | |
| Sodium | 2616 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.1 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.9 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.4 g | ||
| Protein | 84.1 g | 168% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 164 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 5.8 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1444 mg | 31% | |
*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.
