Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Garlic Aioli

25m
Serves 4
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Directions

  1. 1In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  2. 2Stir until smooth.
  3. 3Cover and refrigerate while preparing the fish to let the flavors develop.
  4. 4Pat fish pieces dry with paper towels.
  5. 5In a bowl, season fish with salt, pepper, paprika, and oregano.
  6. 6Toss gently.
  7. 7Lightly dredge the fish pieces in flour, shaking off excess.
  8. 8Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  9. 9Add fish in a single layer (cook in batches if needed).
  10. 10Cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
  11. 11Reduce heat to medium.
  12. 12Add butter and minced garlic to the pan.
  13. 13Once butter melts, spoon the garlic butter over the fish for about 1 minute.
  14. 14Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the top.
  15. 15Remove from heat.
  16. 16Sprinkle with fresh parsley.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb white fish fillets (cod, haddock, or tilapia), cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
  • 0.5 teaspoon paprika
  • 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 0.5 cup all-purpose flour (or almond flour for low-carb)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 Juice of lemon
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely minced or grated
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Black pepper

Equipment

small bowlpaper towelslarge skillet

Tips

  • Serve hot with garlic aioli on the side for dipping.
  • Pair with a crisp Mediterranean salad or roasted vegetables.
  • Add to wraps or tacos for a quick, flavorful meal.