Best 6 Fish Fillets With Brown Butter Pan Fried Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary delight with our versatile fish fillets, masterfully pan-fried to crispy perfection and bathed in a rich, nutty brown butter sauce. This delectable dish offers a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Accompany your fish with a medley of carefully selected side dishes, ranging from a vibrant lemon caper sauce to a creamy and tangy tartar sauce. For a touch of freshness, embrace the vibrant flavors of a zesty salsa verde. Elevate your meal with a side of crispy roasted potatoes or a refreshing salad, allowing the contrasting textures and flavors to harmonize beautifully.

Let's cook with our recipes!

FISH IN BROWN BUTTER SAUCE (SOLE MEUNIèRE)



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For a fast dinner, try Sole Meunière, a classic French fish dish cooked in a rich brown butter sauce. It only takes 15 minutes to make.

Provided by Meghan Yager

Categories     Fish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 11

4 boneless, skinless sole fillets (3-4 oz each)
1/2 teaspoon salt, plus more to taste
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
1/2 cup all-purpose flour, for dredging
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
Lemon wedges, for serving
1/4 cup unsalted butter, cut into 4 pieces
2 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh Italian flat leaf parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 1/2 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Pat fish dry. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Dredge in flour, and knock off excess. Set aside.
  • Heat oil and butter for the fish in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium-high heat until foam subsides. Add fish and cook, turning halfway through, until browned and cooked through. This will take about 2-3 minutes total. Do not overcook.
  • Transfer fish to a plate. Discard fat from skillet and reduce heat to medium-low.
  • Add butter, and cook until browned, about 3-5 minutes. Remove skillet from heat and add parsley, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Stir to combine.
  • Pour sauce over fish. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 2 fillets, Calories 829 calories, Sugar 0.6 g, Sodium 1555.4 mg, Fat 61 g, SaturatedFat 27.6 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 25.7 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 44.4 g, Cholesterol 253.5 mg

PAN-ROASTED FISH FILLETS WITH HERB BUTTER



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A blast of heat in a cast-iron pan and a basting of golden butter does wonders for plain fish fillets. This life-changing method is adopted from a former chef and current fishmonger, Mark Usewicz of Mermaid's Garden in Brooklyn, who also teaches cooking classes in topics like "How to Cook Fish in a New York City Apartment." The cooking time is so short that the smell - which, if your fish is fresh and not funky, should not be overpowering - will dissipate quickly. And in the meantime, you have an easy dinner of tender fish with a toothsome crust, anointed with nutty, lemony brown butter and perfumed with herbs. You can use virtually any fish fillet, skin on or off, as long as it is not too thick. If the butter is browning too fast, reduce the heat and add a nut of cold butter to prevent scorching, or squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, main course

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 5- to 6-ounce fish fillets, like black bass, haddock, fluke, striped bass, tilefish, snapper or salmon, 1/2- to 1-inch thick
Salt and ground black pepper
3 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 sprigs fresh thyme, tarragon, chives or another herb
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley, optional
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Pat fillets dry with a paper towel. Season on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a heavy 10-inch nonstick or cast-iron skillet over high heat. When the pan is hot, add the oil. Place the fillets in the pan, skin side down (if applicable), laying them down away from your body. If fillets have skin, press down gently with a spatula for about 20 seconds to prevent curling.
  • Lower heat to medium and let sizzle until fish is golden and caramelized around edges, about 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully flip fillets and add butter and thyme to pan. Tilt pan slightly to let the melted butter pool at one end. Use a spoon to baste the fish with the pooled butter. Continue basting until golden all over and cooked through, 45 to 90 seconds more, depending on the thickness of your fish. Serve immediately with chopped parsley (if using) and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 461, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 471 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 1 gram

FRIED FISH WITH BUTTER



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Make and share this Fried Fish With Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by hectorthebat

Categories     < 15 Mins

Time 15m

Yield 1 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pieces potatoes
6 ounces white fish
1 ounce butter
1 teaspoon oil
parsley
1 slice lemon

Steps:

  • Peel and boil the potatoes. Wash and dry the fish on kitchen paper.
  • Melt the butter in a frying pan with the oil (the oil stops the butter going too brown), add the fish and fry until tender (about 5-10 minutes), spooning the melted butter over it as it cooks. (The thicker the fish, the longer it will take to cook.).
  • Lift the fish carefully onto a warm plate, add a little chopped parsley (if used) to the butter in the pan and heat thoroughly. Pour the buttery juice over the fish and garnish with the lemon slice. Drain the potatoes and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.1, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 15.2, Cholesterol 61, Sodium 202.6, Carbohydrate 0.7, Fiber 0.2, Sugar 0.2, Protein 0.3

PAN FRIED FISH



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Provided by Alton Brown

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 large or two small skin-on fish fillets, about 8 ounces (rainbow trout, small salmon, brown trout)
Kosher salt
Ground black pepper
Flour for dredging
2 tablespoon Canola oil
3 tablespoons butter
1 tablespoons capers, drained
1 lemon, juiced

Steps:

  • Heat a heavy pan over medium high heat.
  • Season fish on meat side with salt and pepper. Lightly dredge fish in flour and shake off excess. When pan is good and hot, add Canola oil followed immediately by 1 tablespoon butter. As soon as foaming subsides, place fish in pan with the skin side down. Jiggle pan for the first 10 seconds to keep the fish from sticking. Cook until golden crust forms on meat. Carefully turn fish away from you and again jiggle pan for the first few seconds. Cook until skin turns golden brown. Remove to a warm plate.
  • Pour out the cooking fat, add remaining butter and quickly fry the capers. Remove pan from the heat, add lemon juice to pan and swirl. Pour sauce over the fish and serve.

PAN FRIED FISH FILLETS



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This really perks up the flavor of seafood. It can also be used on shrimp of oysters. The flavor is rich and just superb.

Provided by Gloria 15x

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 white fish fillets, any white fish will do nicely
1/2 cup flour
1/2 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon salt
1/2 teaspoon white pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon lemon pepper
1 pinch mustard powder
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1 teaspoon onion powder
1 dash mace
1 cup milk or 1 cup buttermilk

Steps:

  • Dust the fish, oysters, or shrimp in the mixture and shake off the excess.
  • Dunk it in a cup of milk or buttermilk and dip it again.
  • Fry immediately in a small amount of canola oil with about one pat of butter.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.7, Fat 4.8, SaturatedFat 1.8, Cholesterol 70.2, Sodium 1846.7, Carbohydrate 27.7, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 0.3, Protein 22.2

FISH FILLETS IN GARLIC BUTTER



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This dish features seafood that's a mealtime mainstay in our home area. If fresh salmon isn't available where you live, other fish varieties will work just as well.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

2 tablespoons butter
2 small garlic cloves, minced
4 fish fillets (about 6 ounces each) (salmon or whitefish or cod)
1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • In a skillet, melt butter over medium heat. Saute garlic 1 minute. Place fish over garlic, cover and cook over low heat 3 minutes. Carefully turn fish; sprinkle with onions. Cover and continue to cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 2-3 minutes. Squeeze lemon over fish. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 84mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 9g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the Right Fish: Opt for firm-fleshed fish like cod, tilapia, or halibut for best results.
  • Fresh is Best: Whenever possible, use fresh fish fillets for optimal flavor and texture.
  • Season Wisely: Don't be afraid to experiment with different seasonings and herbs to enhance the flavor of the fish.
  • Brown Butter Magic: The key to that nutty flavor is browning the butter until it turns a rich golden brown.
  • Crispy Skin: Pat the fish fillets dry before cooking to achieve a crispy skin.
  • Cook Gently: Use medium heat and cook the fish gently to prevent overcooking and drying out.
  • Flaky Perfection: Cook the fish until it flakes easily with a fork, indicating it's cooked through.
  • Rest and Serve: Allow the fish fillets to rest for a few minutes before serving to let the juices redistribute.

Conclusion:

With these tips and tricks, you'll be able to whip up perfectly pan-fried fish fillets with brown butter that are crispy on the outside and flaky on the inside. This simple yet flavorful dish is a versatile addition to any meal, whether it's an elegant dinner party or a casual weeknight meal. The combination of tender fish, nutty browned butter, and a hint of lemon creates a delightful culinary experience that will leave your taste buds wanting more. So, gather your ingredients, heat up your skillet, and embark on a culinary journey that celebrates the beauty of fresh fish and the magic of browned butter.

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