Best 5 Fish Fillets With Citrus Herb Butter Recipes

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Immerse yourself in a culinary journey with our tantalizing Fish Fillets with Citrus Herb Butter, a symphony of flavors that will elevate your taste buds to new heights. This delectable dish showcases the perfect harmony between tender, flaky fish fillets and a vibrant citrus herb butter, creating a sensory experience like no other. Discover the art of preparing this dish with our step-by-step guide, ensuring flawless execution every time.

Uncover the secrets of creating the perfect citrus herb butter, a versatile condiment that can transform any dish into a masterpiece. Learn how to balance the zesty brightness of citrus with the aromatic freshness of herbs, creating a harmonious blend that complements the delicate flavor of the fish. Additionally, explore variations of this classic recipe, such as using different types of fish or experimenting with various citrus fruits and herbs, allowing you to personalize this dish to your liking. Elevate your culinary skills and impress your loved ones with this exceptional Fish Fillets with Citrus Herb Butter.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

PAN FRIED LARGEMOUTH BASS WITH LEMON GARLIC HERB BUTTER SAUCE



Pan Fried Largemouth Bass with Lemon Garlic Herb Butter Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 large mouth bass fillets, skin removed
Salt
Pepper
1 cup flour
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon garlic, sliced thin
1/4 cup mild fresh herbs such as basil, parsley, chervil, oregano
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Season the fillets with salt and pepper. Heat a saute pan on top of the grill. When the pan is hot add 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and heat. Dredge the bass fillets in the flour and shake off any excess. Place the fillets in the pan and pan fry about 3 minutes per side, until golden brown. Remove the fish from the pan. Add the rest of the butter to the pan and melt. When the butter is hot, add the sliced garlic. Fry the garlic until it just begins to turn light golden brown. Add the herbs and remove from the heat. Carefully, add the lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper. To serve, place a fillet on a plate and spoon some of the lemon garlic herb butter over the fish.

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

LEMON HERB FISH FILLETS



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I adapted this simple recipe from Sara Moulton. Please note that the herbs and salt are divided - part for the fish and part for the sauce. You can use dried or fresh herbs, and you can use any light fish. The dried herbs I use are Herbes de Provence (a blend of thyme, marjoram, rosemary, basil, fennel, sage, and lavender) I'm sure various combinations will work. Or you can use 1/2 TBS each fresh chopped herbs: chives, chervil, parsley and tarragon from the original recipe.

Provided by Recipe Reader

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

16 ounces sole fillets
4 tablespoons flour
1 tablespoon dried herbs, divided (or 2 TBS fresh)
1/2 teaspoon salt, divided
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 tablespoon butter
1/4 cup butter, cut into pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice

Steps:

  • Combine flour, half the herbs, and half the salt.
  • Season the fish with additional salt and pepper, then dredge in flour mixture to coat, shaking off the excess.
  • Heat 1 TBS butter in a large skillet over moderately high heat and cook fish 3 minutes on each side. Remove from pan.
  • Reduce heat to moderately low and add butter pieces and simmer until a light golden brown, about 5 minutes.
  • Remove skillet from heat and stir in lemon juice, remaining herbs, salt and pepper to taste.
  • Pour over fish fillets.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 236.3, Fat 16.7, SaturatedFat 9.6, Cholesterol 89.3, Sodium 753.8, Carbohydrate 6.3, Fiber 0.3, Sugar 0.1, Protein 15.1

FISH FILLETS WITH CITRUS HERB BUTTER



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Make and share this Fish Fillets With Citrus Herb Butter recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Carmen B.

Categories     Halibut

Time 35m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter, softened
1/3 cup dried herbs, of your choice (chives, thyme, basil, oregano, dill,)
2 tablespoons grated lemon peel
2 tablespoons grated orange peel
2 tablespoons lemon juice (from lemon)
2 tablespoons orange juice (from orange)
4 teaspoons confectioners' sugar (start with 2 tsp.)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 lb cod or 1 lb haddock fillet

Steps:

  • In a small mixing bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients; beat until well blended adding more sugar if necessary. Shape half the butter mixture into a log; wrap in plastic wrap and freeze. Place remaining mixture in a microwave safe bowl; heat for 1 to 2 minutes or until melted.
  • Place fish fillets in an ungreased 13" by 9" by 2" baking dish. Drizzle with the melted butter.
  • Bake, uncovered, in a 375* oven for 10 to 15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • Cut butter log into slices and serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 512.6, Fat 46.9, SaturatedFat 29.2, Cholesterol 190.2, Sodium 699.9, Carbohydrate 5.2, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 3.4, Protein 19.3

SOLE WITH HERB BUTTER



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Provided by Eileen Joyce

Categories     Fish     Herb     Broil     Low Carb     Quick & Easy     Healthy     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup (1 stick) butter, room temperature
2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
6 4- to 5-ounce sole fillets
Olive oil
Fresh dill sprigs
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Mix butter, chopped herbs and fresh lemon juice in small bowl to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Preheat broiler. Place fish fillets on rimmed baking sheet; brush with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Broil just until opaque in center, about 3 minutes. Spoon butter mixture over fish; broil just until butter melts, about 1 minute longer. Transfer fish to plates, spooning melted butter from pan over fillets. Garnish with dill sprigs and lemon wedges and serve.

Tips:

- To ensure even cooking, use fish fillets of the same thickness. - Season the fillets generously with salt and pepper before cooking. - Use a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned cast iron skillet to prevent the fish from sticking. - Cook the fish over medium heat until it is cooked through but still moist, about 3-4 minutes per side. - Add the citrus-herb butter to the skillet and let it melt, basting the fish with the butter as it cooks. - Garnish the fish with fresh herbs and lemon wedges before serving.

Conclusion:

These fish fillets with citrus-herb butter are a delicious and healthy meal that can be prepared in just 20 minutes. The combination of citrus, herbs, and butter adds a bright and flavorful touch to the fish, making it a perfect choice for a light and refreshing meal. Whether you're serving it for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, this dish is sure to impress your taste buds.

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