Herb Cheese Sauce for Fish
Elevate your seafood dishes with this luscious Herb Cheese Sauce for Fish, a creamy, flavor-packed topping that adds gourmet flair in just 15 minutes. This velvety sauce starts with a buttery garlic base, thickened with a roux, and enriched with the tangy richness of cream cheese and Parmesan. Fresh parsley, fragrant dill, and a hint of bright lemon zest lend a burst of freshness to complement the savory cheeses. Perfectly balanced with a touch of salt and pepper, this sauce pairs beautifully with flaky fish like salmon, cod, or tilapia. Whether for a weeknight dinner or an elegant gathering, this quick and easy sauce is your secret to restaurant-quality flavor at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1.5 cups milk
- 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons water (optional, to adjust consistency)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
Sprinkle in the flour and whisk continuously for 1-2 minutes to create a roux.
Slowly pour in the milk, whisking constantly to avoid lumps. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the mixture thickens slightly.
Reduce heat to low and stir in the cream cheese until fully melted and smooth.
Gradually add the Parmesan cheese, whisking until fully incorporated and the sauce is creamy.
Add the chopped parsley, dill, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper. Stir to combine.
If the sauce is too thick, add the optional water, one tablespoon at a time, to reach the desired consistency.
Remove from heat and serve warm over cooked fish, such as salmon, cod, or tilapia.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1294 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 106.3 g | 136% | |
| Saturated Fat | 63.7 g | 318% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 337 mg | 112% | |
| Sodium | 3278 mg | 143% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.3 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.4 g | ||
| Protein | 54.2 g | 108% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 1503 mg | 116% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 836 mg | 18% | |
*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.
