Lemon Butter Fish Fillet

Ingredients (Serves 2–3)

• 500 g (1 lb) white fish fillets (cod, tilapia, or haddock)
• 3 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• Juice of 1 lemon
• Zest of 1 lemon
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1–2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley

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Instructions

1. Season fish: Pat fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Cook fish: In a skillet, melt 2 tbsp butter over medium heat. Add fish and cook 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove fish and set aside.
3. Make lemon butter sauce: In the same skillet, add remaining butter and garlic; sauté 1 minute until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and zest.
4. Serve: Pour sauce over fish fillets and garnish with parsley. Serve immediately.