Description
Tender white fish fillets baked to perfection with a rich, citrusy garlic butter sauce and a hint of paprika.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 white fish fillets (cod, halibut, or tilapia), 6 oz each
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 lemon, thinly sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels to ensure the sauce sticks.
- Season both sides of the fillets with salt, black pepper, and paprika.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the melted butter, minced garlic, and lemon juice.
- Place the seasoned fillets in the baking dish and pour the garlic butter mixture evenly over the top.
- Place one lemon slice on top of each fillet.
- Bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American