Description
This Lemon Garlic Fish Skillet is a simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender white fish fillets cooked in a zesty lemon garlic sauce. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal, it combines fresh lemon juice and zest with garlic and olive oil, garnished with fresh parsley and served with lemon wedges for an added burst of citrus.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish
- 4 pieces of white fish fillets (such as tilapia, cod, or sole)
Seasoning and Sauce
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lemons (zested and juiced)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
Garnish & Serving
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Prepare the Fish: Pat the white fish fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. This helps in even cooking and allows the seasoning to stick properly.
- Season the Fish: Sprinkle both sides of the fillets evenly with salt and black pepper, then set aside.
- Make the Lemon Garlic Sauce: In a skillet, heat 4 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned to avoid bitterness.
- Cook the Fish: Place the seasoned fish fillets in the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, depending on thickness, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Add Lemon Juice and Zest: Once the fish is nearly cooked through, pour in the lemon juice and sprinkle the lemon zest over the fillets. Allow it to simmer for an additional minute, coating the fish in the tangy sauce.
- Garnish and Serve: Remove the skillet from heat. Garnish the fish with freshly chopped parsley and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for extra zing.
Notes
- Choose fresh white fish fillets such as tilapia, cod, or sole for best results.
- Be careful not to overcook the fish to maintain its moisture and tenderness.
- You can substitute olive oil with avocado oil if preferred.
- Serve this dish with steamed vegetables, rice, or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated and enjoyed within 2 days.
