Ingredients
To recreate this dish, you’ll need a handful of ingredients that are likely already in your pantry. Feel free to make substitutions where necessary to suit your taste or dietary preferences.
- 4 fish fillets (such as cod or tilapia)
- 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to create a dish that will surely delight your taste buds:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.
- Stir in the lemon juice, zest, and oregano. Remove from heat and set aside.
- In a large, oven-proof skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the fish fillets with salt and pepper on both sides.
- Place the fillets in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove the skillet from heat and pour the garlic butter sauce over the fish.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Garnish with chopped fresh parsley before serving, if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: International