Lemon Butter Seabass

The Perfect Lemon Butter Sea Bass Recipe for a Restaurant-Quality Meal at Home

If you’re looking for a simple yet elegant seafood dish that delivers on flavor, look no further than this Lemon Butter Sea Bass recipe. With its flaky texture, delicate taste, and a buttery, citrus-infused sauce, this dish is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner. Plus, it comes together in under 30 minutes!

Ingredients:

• 2 sea bass fillets
• 1 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Zest of 1 lemon
• 1/4 tsp red chili flakes
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
• Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Sea Bass

Pat the sea bass fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Sear the Fish

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the fillets skin-side down. Cook for about 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown. Flip and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

3. Make the Lemon Butter Sauce

In the same skillet, lower the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and cook until fragrant (about 30 seconds). Pour in the lemon juice and zest stirring to combine. Let it simmer for about 2 minutes until slightly reduced.

4. Combine and Serve

Return the sea bass fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and garnish with lemon slices. Serve immediately with your favorite side dish, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a light salad.

Tips for the Best Sea Bass:

• Use fresh sea bass for the best flavor and texture.
• Don’t overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking and a crispy skin.
• Pair it with white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay for a perfect dining experience.

This Lemon Butter Sea Bass recipe is a showstopper that’s easy enough for beginners but impressive enough for dinner guests. Try it out and let us know how it turns out!

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Lemon Butter Seabass

Author: Jenn Cooking Method: One Pan Cuisine: American Courses: Dinner Recipe Keys: Dairy Free Gluten Free Keto Low Carb Nut Free Paleo Soy Free Whole30

Dietary:

D Dairy Free G Gluten Free H High Protein L Low Carb N Nut Free

Ingredients

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• 2 fillets Chilean Seabass (4-6 ounces)

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp unsalted butter (olive oil based)

• 0.5 lemon lemon (juiced and zested)

• 1 garlic clove (minced)

• 0.25 tsp red chili flakes

• Salt and pepper (to taste)

• 3 Tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

• Optional: Lemon slices for garnish

Instructions

1. Pat the seabass fillets dry with paper towels. season both sides with salt and pepper to taste.
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2. In a large, non-stick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
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3. Carefully place the seabass fillets in the skillet.
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4. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is golden brown and flakes easily with a fork.
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5. Remove the seabass from the skillet and set aside.
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6. In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium and add the butter. Once melted, stir in the minced garlic and red chili flakes, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
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7. Pour in the lemon juice and zest, stirring to combine all the flavors. Allow the sauce to simmer for a couple of minutes to slightly reduce.
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8. Return the seabass to the skillet and spoon the lemon butter sauce over the fillets. Let them cook for an additional 1-2 minutes in the sauce to soak up the flavors.
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9. Transfer the seabass to plates, spoon extra sauce over the top, and garnish with chopped parsley and lemon slices.
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