Description
Lemon Pepper Fish is a delightful dish that brings together the fresh zing of lemon and the spicy warmth of cracked pepper, creating an irresistible flavor combination. This easy-to-make recipe transforms simple ingredients into a visually stunning meal, perfect for weeknight dinners or impressing guests at special occasions. With tender fish fillets seared to perfection and garnished with fresh parsley, this dish is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) fresh white fish fillets (cod or tilapia)
- 2 large fresh lemons (juiced)
- 2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix lemon juice, olive oil, black pepper, and salt to create the marinade.
- Place fish fillets in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them. Let marinate for at least 20 minutes.
- Preheat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and add a splash of olive oil.
- Sear the marinated fish fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and flaky.
- Garnish with chopped parsley before serving hot alongside your favorite sides.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fish fillet (170g)
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg