Pan-Seared Fish Fillet
Elevate your seafood game with this simple yet sensational Pan-Seared Fish Fillet recipe. Perfectly cooked fish fillets—think salmon, snapper, or cod—are seared to golden, crispy perfection in olive oil, then finished with a luxurious butter baste for unbeatable richness. A zesty squeeze of fresh lemon adds brightness, while a sprinkle of fresh parsley offers an aromatic, herbaceous touch. In just 20 minutes, you'll have a restaurant-worthy dish that's ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant entertaining. Quick, easy, and loaded with flavor, this pan-seared fish fillet delivers a satisfying crunch and tender flakes in every bite; serve it alongside your favorite sides for a healthy and delicious seafood feast.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pieces Fish fillets (such as salmon, snapper, or cod)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 whole Lemon
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
Instructions
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and ensure a good sear.
Season both sides of the fillets with salt and black pepper evenly.
Heat olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering but not smoking.
Carefully place the fish fillets skin-side down if applicable, laying them in the pan away from you to prevent splattering.
Cook without moving them for 3 to 4 minutes until the skin is crispy and the fish is cooked about halfway up the side.
Gently flip the fish fillets over using a spatula, and add the butter to the skillet.
Cook for another 2 to 3 minutes, basting the fillets occasionally with the melted butter with a spoon to enhance flavor.
Check for doneness by inserting a fork into the thickest part of the fillet; the fish should be opaque and flakes easily.
Remove the fish from the skillet and transfer it to serving plates.
Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fish fillets for a bright, zesty finish.
Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
550 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 70% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 125 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1065 mg | 46% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.1 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.5 g | ||
| Protein | 34.0 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 17.1 mcg | 85% | |
| Calcium | 45 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 691 mg | 15% | |
*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.
