Ingredients
– 8 ounces spaghetti or fettuccine pasta
– 2 fillets of white fish (such as tilapia or cod)
– 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– Juice and zest of 1 lemon
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
– Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
Creating Fried Lemon Butter Fish Pasta is simple and rewarding. Follow these steps for a delicious outcome:
1. Cook Pasta: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add the pasta and cook according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. Prepare Fish: While the pasta cooks, season the fish fillets with salt and pepper. Dredge each fillet in flour, shaking off any excess.
3. Heat Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
4. Fry Fish: Once the oil is hot, add the fish fillets to the skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove fish from the skillet and set aside.
5. Make Lemon Butter Sauce: In the same skillet, add the butter and let it melt. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Add Lemon: Stir in the lemon juice and zest, mixing well to combine.
7. Combine: Add the cooked pasta to the skillet and toss it in the lemon butter sauce until well coated.
8. Plate the Dish: Serve the pasta on plates, topping with the fried fish fillets.
9. Garnish: Sprinkle with chopped parsley and add lemon wedges on the side for an extra zesty touch.
These steps will guide you through the process of making this incredible dish effortlessly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g