Pan-Seared Lemon Garlic White Fish

Pan-Seared Lemon Garlic White Fish

Ingredients

• 4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, haddock, or mahi-mahi)
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• ½ tsp onion powder
• ½ tsp dried oregano
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt (or to taste)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
• 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
• Lemon slices, for serving

Instructions

1. Pat the fish dry with paper towels.
2. In a small bowl, mix paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
3. Rub the seasoning evenly over both sides of the fish.
4. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Cook the fish for 3–4 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until golden brown and it flakes easily with a fork.
6. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the butter and minced garlic to the pan. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly so the garlic doesn’t burn.
7. Stir in the lemon juice and lemon zest. Spoon the buttery sauce over the fish for 1 minute.
8. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve with lemon slices.

Serving Suggestions

• Steamed asparagus or green beans
• Roasted potatoes
• Garlic rice
• Mashed potatoes
• Fresh garden salad

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4