Description
A tender white fish fillet baked with a rich, zesty garlic butter topping and finished with fresh lemon and parsley.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or tilapia), about 6oz each
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and place them in the prepared dish.
- Season both sides of the fish with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- In a small bowl, combine the softened butter, minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, stirring until smooth.
- Spoon the garlic butter mixture evenly over the top of each fillet.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from oven and garnish with fresh chopped parsley and extra lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American