Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsCafe Thirty-APan Seared Filet Of Fish Recipe

Pan Seared Filet Of Fish Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Thirty-A
Time30m
Serves4

Make Pan Seared Filet Of Fish Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Fish

Method

Preparing the Fish

  1. 1

    Season the Fish

    Pat the filet of fish dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat the Pan

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Ensure the oil is hot before adding the fish.

  3. 3

    Sear the Fish

    Carefully place the fish filets in the hot skillet, skin-side down if applicable. Cook for about 3-4 minutes until the bottom is golden brown and the fish releases easily from the pan.

  4. 4

    Flip and Finish Cooking

    Using a spatula, gently flip the fish and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, or until cooked through and opaque.

Making the Lemon Butter Sauce

  1. 5

    Melt the Butter

    In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter.

  2. 6

    Add Garlic and Lemon Juice

    Once the butter is melted, add minced garlic. Sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in fresh lemon juice.

  3. 7

    Finish with Parsley

    Remove from heat and stir in the chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Serving

  1. 8

    Plate the Fish

    Place the seared fish filets on plates.

  2. 9

    Drizzle Sauce

    Spoon the lemon butter sauce over the fish before serving.

  3. 10

    Garnish

    Optionally, garnish with additional parsley and lemon wedges.

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