Keto Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet
Ingredients:
For the Fish:
4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
2 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
For the Lemon Butter Sauce:
4 tablespoons butter (grass-fed butter is keto-friendly)
2 tablespoons olive oil
4 cloves garlic, minced
Juice and zest of 2 lemons
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish:
Lemon slices
Fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions:
Prepare the Fish:
Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels.
Drizzle with olive oil and season both sides with salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder.
Cook the Fish:
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add the seasoned fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Remove from the skillet and set aside.
Prepare the Lemon Butter Sauce:
In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium.
Add butter and olive oil. Once the butter melts, add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped parsley. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Let the sauce simmer for 2-3 minutes.
Serve the Dish:
Place the cooked fish fillets on a serving platter.
Drizzle the lemon butter sauce over the fish.
Garnish with lemon slices and additional chopped parsley.
Nutritional Information (per serving, assuming 4 servings):
Calories: ~320
Fat: 25g
Protein: 22g
Carbs: 2g (Net Carbs: 1g)
Fiber: 1g
Tips:
Choose a fatty fish: For more omega-3s and healthy fats, consider swapping white fish for salmon or trout. These options provide even more benefits for a keto diet.
Adjust the sauce: If you prefer a creamier sauce, add 1-2 tablespoons of heavy cream or reduce the amount of lemon juice for a milder flavor.
Garlic flavor: If you enjoy garlic, feel free to add more cloves or sauté garlic longer to deepen the flavor.
Roasting option: If you prefer, you can roast the fish fillets in the oven at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-18 minutes instead of pan-frying.
Benefits:
Low-carb and keto-friendly: This dish is perfect for keto, as it’s high in healthy fats and protein while being low in carbs.
Rich in healthy fats: The combination of olive oil and butter provides healthy monounsaturated fats and CLA (conjugated linoleic acid) for optimal keto nutrition.
Protein-packed: Fish fillets are an excellent source of lean protein, making this meal filling without being heavy on carbs.
Anti-inflammatory benefits: Both garlic and lemon are known for their anti-inflammatory properties, which can help reduce inflammation in the body.
This Keto Zesty Lemon Butter Fish Fillet is a delicious, refreshing, and satisfying dish that fits perfectly into a low-carb, high-fat diet!