Pan Fried Haddock with Lemon Herb Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this vibrant and zesty Pan Fried Haddock with Lemon Herb Sauce, a quick and delicious seafood dish that’s ready in under 30 minutes! Perfectly seared haddock fillets boast a golden, crispy coating thanks to a light flour dredge, while the rich and buttery lemon herb sauce brings the dish to life with fresh parsley, dill, garlic, and a hint of tangy capers. A splash of lemon juice and zest adds a bright, citrusy flair that complements the mild, flaky fish beautifully. Ideal for special occasions or a simple family meal, this recipe pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh side salad. If you're seeking an easy, flavorful way to enjoy seafood, this is the dish for you!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces haddock fillets
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon capers
Instructions
Pat the haddock fillets dry with paper towels and season on both sides with salt and black pepper.
Dredge the fillets lightly in all-purpose flour and shake off any excess.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the haddock fillets to the skillet 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.
Reduce the heat to low and add 3 tablespoons of unsalted butter to the same skillet. Let the butter melt.
Add minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, or until fragrant.
Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest, scraping the bottom of the skillet to deglaze and incorporate any browned bits.
Add the chopped parsley, dill, and capers to the sauce, stirring to combine. Cook for another minute.
Return the haddock fillets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the top. Allow them to heat through for about 1–2 minutes.
Serve immediately with the lemon herb sauce spooned generously over the fish. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1159 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.4 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.3 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 321 mg | 107% | |
| Sodium | 2848 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 51.2 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.1 g | ||
| Protein | 89.9 g | 180% | |
| Vitamin D | 20.0 mcg | 100% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.5 mg | 25% | |
| Potassium | 1359 mg | 29% | |
*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.
