Pan Seared Grouper with Lemon Butter
Indulge in the exquisite taste of pan seared grouper with lemon butter, a dish that perfectly balances elegance and simplicity. This recipe showcases moist and flaky grouper fillets cooked to perfection in a rich, citrus-infused butter sauce, enhanced by aromatic garlic and fresh parsley. Whether you’re hosting a dinner party or enjoying a quiet evening at home, this gourmet meal can be prepared in just 13 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy nights. Serve it alongside your favorite vegetables, grains, or a fresh salad for a complete and satisfying dinner that will impress your guests or elevate your solo dining experience.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 13 minutes
- Yield: Serves 1
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 8 oz grouper fillet
- 1 tablespoon butter
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Season the grouper fillet on both sides with salt and pepper.
- In a skillet over medium heat, melt the butter.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Place the seasoned grouper fillet in the skillet and cook for about 3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add lemon juice and parsley to the garlic butter mixture; sauté for an additional minute.
- Top the cooked grouper fillet with the lemon butter mixture before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg