Pan Seared Fish with Mushrooms and Scallions
Elevate your dinner table with this quick and elegant recipe for Pan Seared Fish with Mushrooms and Scallions, a delightful combination of crisp, golden fish fillets and earthy, buttery cremini mushrooms. Perfect for busy weeknights or sophisticated occasions, this dish features tender fish seasoned to perfection, complemented by the bright zest and juice of fresh lemon and the savory aroma of garlic and scallions. The rich, silky mushroom sauce pairs beautifully with the delicate parsley garnish, making every bite burst with flavor. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is ideal for seafood lovers seeking a healthy, gourmet meal that’s as satisfying as it is visually stunning. Serve this vibrant creation alongside fluffy rice, creamy mashed potatoes, or sautéed greens for a complete, restaurant-quality experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces fish fillets (such as cod, halibut, or snapper)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 8 ounces cremini mushrooms, sliced
- 4 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 whole lemon (zest and juice)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides evenly with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
Place the fish fillets skin-side down (if applicable) in the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes without moving them to allow a golden crust to form.
Gently flip the fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate, tenting them lightly with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of unsalted butter. Once the butter melts, add the sliced mushrooms.
Sauté the mushrooms for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they're golden and tender.
Add the minced garlic and scallions to the skillet. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant and the scallions soften slightly.
Zest the lemon over the mushroom mixture, then squeeze in the fresh lemon juice. Stir to combine and taste, adjusting salt and pepper if needed.
Return the fish fillets to the skillet, nestling them into the mushroom mixture. Spoon some of the sauce and mushrooms over the fillets to heat through.
Remove from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with your choice of side, such as rice, mashed potatoes, or sautéed greens.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
305 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.3 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.5 g | 27% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 91 mg | 30% | |
| Sodium | 583 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.6 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 2.5 g | ||
| Protein | 31.2 g | 62% | |
| Vitamin D | 7.7 mcg | 39% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 753 mg | 16% | |
*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.
