Best 6 Sauteed Walleye With Citrus Butter Recipes
Embark on a culinary journey with our sautéed walleye, a delectable dish that harmonizes the delicate flavors of walleye fillets with a vibrant citrus butter sauce. Accompanied by three tantalizing variations, this recipe offers a symphony of tastes to suit every palate.
In the classic sautéed walleye recipe, the fish fillets are seared to perfection, achieving a crispy golden crust that yields to a tender, flaky interior. Bathed in a luscious citrus butter sauce infused with lemon, lime, and orange zest, this dish exudes a refreshing brightness that dances on the tongue.
For those seeking a touch of spice, the Cajun-spiced sautéed walleye tantalizes the taste buds with a fiery kick. Generously coated in a blend of Cajun spices, the walleye fillets are seared until they are irresistibly crispy, while the citrus butter sauce gains an extra layer of depth and complexity from the addition of cayenne pepper and smoked paprika.
Last but not least, the almond-crusted sautéed walleye offers a delightful textural contrast and nutty flavor. Crusted with a mixture of chopped almonds, bread crumbs, and Parmesan cheese, the walleye fillets are pan-fried until golden brown, creating a delightful crunch that complements the tender fish. The citrus butter sauce adds a refreshing touch, balancing the richness of the almond crust.
LEMON BUTTER SAUCE FOR FISH
Recipe VIDEO above (helpful for pre-post browned butter). A Lemon Butter Sauce with Crispy Pan Fried Fish that would be perfectly at home in a posh restaurant, yet is so quick to make at home! Browning the butter gives the sauce a rich, nutty aroma which pairs beautifully with fresh lemon, as well as thickening the sauce and giving it a gorgeous golden colour.
Provided by Nagi
Time 15m
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the butter in a light coloured saucepan or small skillet over medium heat.
- Melt butter then leave on the stove, whisking / stirring very now and then. When the butter turns golden brown and it smells nutty - about 3 minutes, remove from stove immediately and pour into small bowl. (Note 2)
- Add lemon juice and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir then taste when it has cooled slightly. Adjust lemon/salt to taste.
- Set aside - it will stay pourable for 20 - 30 minutes. See Note 3 for storing.
- Pat fish dry using paper towels. Sprinkle with salt & pepper, then flour. Use fingers to spread flour. Turn and repeat. Shake excess flour off well, slapping between hands if necessary.
- Heat oil in a non stick skillet over high heat. When the oil is shimmering and there are faint wisps of smoke, add fish. Cook for 1 1/2 minutes until golden and crispy on the edges, then turn and cook the other side for 1 1/2 minutes (cook longer if you have thicker fillets).
- Remove immediately onto serving plates. Drizzle each with about 1 tbsp of Sauce (avoid dark specks settled at the bottom of the bowl), garnish with parsley and serve with lemon on the side. Pictured in post with Kale and Quinoa Salad.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 157 g, Calories 393 kcal
PAN SEARED WALLEYE (LEMON PEPPER)
Steps:
- Heat a skillet to medium heat and add the oil or butter to the pan.
- Season the walleye filets generously with lemon pepper seasoning.
- Place the fish right over the melted butter.
- Then put a pan over the top of the fish. This creates steam in the inside of the pan.
- Cook the fish 4 to 5 minutes per side or until the fish reaches a temperature of 145 degrees. The walleye will turn white when it is done cooking.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 6oz fillet, Calories 262, Sugar 0g, Sodium 792mg, Fat 14g, SaturatedFat 7g, UnsaturatedFat 3g, Carbohydrate 0g, Fiber 0g, Protein 32g
PAN-ROASTED FISH FILLETS WITH HERB BUTTER
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
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
FRESH WALLEYE WITH GARLIC WINE SAUCE
Steps:
- Season both sides of the walleye with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Coat both sides of the walleye fillet with flour, tapping off the excess. Heat the butter in a medium nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook the walleye on one side for 2 to 3 minutes, or until golden. Turn the fillet over and cook until fish is opaque and cooked through. Remove to a plate and keep warm. Add the sliced mushrooms and diced tomatoes to the fish pan and cook until mushrooms are golden and any liquid has evaporated. Add some of the garlic wine sauce and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Serve the fish over linguini and top with the pan sauce. Garnish with a lemon wedge.
- Melt the butter in a medium saucepot over medium heat. Add the garlic and saute until beginning to brown, about 5 minutes. Add the water, clam base, white wine, and lemon pepper, and simmer until reduced and thickened, about 10 minutes.
PAN FRIED FISH WITH A RICH LEMON BUTTER SAUCE
A wonderful and flavorful dish that you can choose a variety of fish such as flounder, cod, trout, snapper, etc. Great served with fresh steamed veggies and steamed rice.
Provided by 2Bleu
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- LEMON BUTTER SAUCE: Heat a large skillet over high heat. Add the wine, lemon juice, garlic, and shallots. Cook for 3 minutes.
- Stir in the salt, pepper, Worcestershire, and hot sauce and simmer until the mixture is somewhat syrupy, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the cream and cook for 1 minute. Over low heat, whisk in the butter a few pats at a time. Continue whisking until all of the butter is incorporated into the sauce. Serve immediately or keep warm until ready to use.
- FISH: Mix fish spice blend ingredients together. Season both the fish and flour with spices and dredge the fish in the seasoned flour or panko/almond mixture, coating completely.
- In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil. Add the fish to the saute pan, pan-frying for about 4 minutes on each side.
- SERVE: Drizzle some lemon butter sauce on each plate. Top with fish and drizzle more sauce over top of fish. Top with fresh parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 573.2, Fat 45.8, SaturatedFat 25.4, Cholesterol 176.7, Sodium 1701.2, Carbohydrate 13.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 1.1, Protein 21.3
LEMON DILL WALLEYE
"In our area, walleye is popular and abundant," reports Dawn Piasta of Dauphin, Manitoba. "In this light entree, the fish is moist and nicely flavored with lemon and dill."
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 30m
Yield 8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large skillet, saute onion in butter until tender. Add water and dill; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 4-5 minutes. Add milk; stir in lemons and pepper. Top with fillets. Cover and simmer for 12-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork., Transfer fish to a serving platter and keep warm. Strain cooking liquid, reserving lemons, onion and dill; serve with fish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 116 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 70mg cholesterol, Sodium 113mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 18g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- To ensure the walleye fillets cook evenly, make sure they are all of similar thickness. If necessary, use a sharp knife to trim them to an even thickness.
- Do not overcrowd the pan when sautéing the walleye fillets. If you need to cook them in batches, work in small batches so that the fillets have enough room to brown properly.
- Be careful not to overcook the walleye fillets. They are very delicate and will become tough if they are cooked for too long.
- To make the citrus butter, use fresh citrus zest and juice. This will give the butter a brighter, more flavorful taste.
- If you don't have a citrus zester, you can use a microplane grater to grate the citrus zest.
- To make the sautéed walleye with citrus butter, simply follow the steps in the recipe. Be sure to cook the walleye fillets until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Conclusion:
Sautéed walleye with citrus butter is a delicious, easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The walleye fillets are cooked to perfection and the citrus butter adds a bright, flavorful touch. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.
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