Easy lemon butter baked fish
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4.6
Easy lemon butter baked fish
Description
This recipe centers on white fish fillets seasoned and baked with fresh asparagus. Butter is melted with fresh garlic, lemon juice, and dried herbs to create a fragrant sauce that is poured over the fish and asparagus before baking. Baking at 200ºC (400ºF) for 10-12 minutes cooks the fish through gently while softening the asparagus. Slices of lemon on the fish add mild acidity and a bright aroma during baking.
The cooked fish is opaque and flakes easily, indicating doneness, while the asparagus retains a tender yet slightly firm texture. The butter and lemon mixture imparts a subtle, fresh citrus flavor accented by herbal undertones from oregano or thyme. Garlic adds depth without overpowering the delicate fish.
This dish works well as a light main course, suitable for pairing with simple side dishes such as rice or steamed potatoes. It is straightforward to prepare and highlights clean, fresh ingredients without heavy sauces or complicated steps.
Ingredients
- 800 g/1,7lbs white fish Approximately 200g/7oz per person, boned
- 3 tbsp butter
- 4 garlic crushed, cloves
- 3 tbsp lemon juice fresh
- 2 tsp dried oregano or thyme
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
- asparagus washed and trimmed
Instructions
- Pre-heat the oven to 200ºC/400ºF and line a sheet pan with parchment/baking paper.
- Combine the butter, lemon, garlic and herbs in a saucepan and bring to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes until fragrant then remove from the heat and set aside to cool slightly.
- Place the fish and asparagus onto the lined sheet pan then season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the lemon butter sauce over the fish and asparagus and top the fish with lemon slices (optional).
- Place in the oven and bake for 10-12 minutes or until the fish and asparagus are cooked. Fish is cooked when it flakes easily and the flesh is opaque, white throughout.
- Remove from the oven and serve.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 275 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 275kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 40g | 80% |
| Fat | 12g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Cholesterol | 122mg | 41% |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 627mg | 13% |
| Vitamin A | 265IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 5.3mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 28mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.2mg | 7% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.6
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