{"id":170,"date":"2026-02-21T08:07:24","date_gmt":"2026-02-21T08:07:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=170"},"modified":"2026-02-21T08:07:24","modified_gmt":"2026-02-21T08:07:24","slug":"zesty-lemon-butter-fish-fillet","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/?p=170","title":{"rendered":"Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"819\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5722-819x1024.jpeg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-171\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5722-819x1024.jpeg 819w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5722-240x300.jpeg 240w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5722-768x960.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/mamaminimeals.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/IMG_5722.jpeg 960w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 819px) 100vw, 819px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Easy, Healthy &amp; Family-Friendly Dinner<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tender white fish fillets cooked to golden perfection and topped with a bright lemon butter garlic sauce. This quick recipe is light, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Ingredients<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the Fish<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt &amp; black pepper to taste<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp paprika<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp garlic powder<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tsp onion powder<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Lemon Butter Sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>4 tbsp butter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>2 tbsp olive oil<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>4 garlic cloves, minced<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Juice &amp; zest of 2 lemons<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Salt &amp; pepper to taste<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For Garnish<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lemon slices<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh parsley<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Instructions<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>1&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Prepare the fish<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pat fillets dry with paper towels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>2&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Cook the fish<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Cook fillets for 3\u20134 minutes per side until golden and flaky.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Remove and set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Make the lemon butter sauce<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reduce heat to medium.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Melt butter with olive oil in the same skillet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Add garlic and cook for 1\u20132 minutes until fragrant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stir in lemon juice, zest, and parsley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Season to taste and simmer 2\u20133 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>4&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Serve<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Place fish on a serving plate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Spoon lemon butter sauce over the top.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Garnish with lemon slices and parsley.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Serving Ideas<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x2714; Serve with steamed vegetables<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x2714; Pair with rice or mashed potatoes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&#x2714; Perfect with a fresh green salad<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Easy, Healthy &amp; Family-Friendly Dinner Tender white fish fillets cooked to golden perfection and topped with a bright lemon butter garlic sauce. This quick recipe is light, flavorful, and perfect for busy weeknights. Ingredients For the Fish Lemon Butter Sauce For Garnish Instructions 1&#xfe0f;&#x20e3; Prepare the fish Pat fillets dry with paper towels. 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