Lemon Garlic Pan Seared Fish Fillet
This pan-seared fish is a quick and flavorful dish, perfect for weeknight dinners.
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Servings:
Calories: 120kcal
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 lb white fish fillets (such as tilapia or cod) fresh or thawed
- 3 tbsp olive oil for searing
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tbsp lemon juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tsp paprika for seasoning
- 1 tsp salt to taste
- 0.5 tsp black pepper to taste
- 1 lemon for garnish sliced
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat.
- Add the fish fillets to the pan skin-side down and sear for about 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Flip the fillets carefully, add minced garlic, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the cooked fish and garnish with lemon slices before serving.
Notes
Serve with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.