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Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
Vegetables
Method
Preparation of Fish
- 1
Season the Fish
Pat the salmon or tuna dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
- 2
Heat the Pan
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- 3
Sear the Fish
Carefully place the seasoned fish in the hot skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown and crispy. Flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes on the other side, or until it reaches your desired doneness.
Preparation of Vegetables
- 4
Chop Vegetables
While the fish is cooking, chop the asparagus into 2-inch pieces, slice the carrots into thin rounds, and cut the bell pepper into strips.
- 5
Cook Vegetables
In another pan, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the garlic cloves (minced) and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- 6
Serving
- 7
Plate the Dish
Once both the fish and vegetables are cooked, plate the fish alongside the sautéed vegetables. Serve immediately.