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Garlic herb butter crispy fish fillets make dinner easy!

garlic herb butter crispy fish fillets
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Deliciously crispy fish fillets coated in garlic herb butter, making dinner easy and flavorful!

Ingredients

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  • 4 white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 3 tablespoons butter (for sauce)
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili flakes

Instructions

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry thoroughly. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and garlic powder, then lightly coat with a mixture of flour and cornstarch for a crispy crust.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add the fish and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until beautifully golden and crispy on the outside while remaining tender and flaky inside. Remove and set aside.
  3. In the same pan, melt butter and sauté garlic until fragrant. Stir in parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, zest, and chili flakes, letting the sauce turn glossy and aromatic.
  4. Return the fish to the pan and spoon the garlic herb butter sauce over each fillet, allowing it to soak into every crispy layer.
  5. Serve immediately with extra sauce drizzled on top and fresh lemon wedges for a bright finish.

Notes

  • Use dry fish for the crispiest crust.
  • Avoid overcrowding the pan to keep the sear perfect and even.
  • For a lighter option, skip the flour coating and grill the fish.
  • For a vegan version, replace fish with thick slices of tofu or cauliflower steaks.

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