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Lazy Days Restaurant Fish With Key Lime Butter Sauce Recipe

Recreate the magic of Islamorada, Florida's finest dining! This recipe, inspired by a beloved restaurant, is so good, we ate it twice in one day! Indulge in flaky fish fillets bathed in a luscious Key lime butter sauce, perfectly complemented by garlic mashed potatoes and a crisp Pinot Grigio. A romantic anniversary dinner? A weeknight treat? This recipe is perfect for any occasion. Elevate your seafood game with fresh ingredients and simple elegance.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 80 mins
Calories 863.7 kcal
Protein 122g
Rating 2.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Lazy Days Restaurant Fish With Key Lime Butter Sauce

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How to Make Lazy Days Restaurant Fish With Key Lime Butter Sauce

  1. In a large saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup dry white wine, and 2 tablespoons Key lime juice. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat and simmer until reduced by half (about 5 minutes).
  2. Stir in 1 teaspoon garlic powder.
  3. Add freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  4. Reduce heat to low. Add 1 tablespoon of butter at a time, whisking until each addition is fully incorporated. Use approximately 6 tablespoons of butter total.
  5. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of cold water and 1 tablespoon cornstarch until smooth.
  6. Gradually whisk the cornstarch mixture into the butter sauce. Increase heat to medium and stir constantly until the sauce thickens and bubbles appear (about 1-2 minutes).
  7. Set aside to keep warm.
  8. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 large egg and 1 tablespoon of water.
  9. Place 1/2 cup all-purpose flour on a plate. Dip each fish fillet into the flour, ensuring both sides are coated.
  10. Dip the floured fish fillets into the egg wash.
  11. Place 1 cup bread crumbs on a separate plate. Coat the fish fillets in the bread crumbs, pressing gently to adhere.
  12. Heat 4 tablespoons of the Key lime butter sauce in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  13. Add the fish fillets to the skillet and sauté for 4 minutes per side for 1-inch thick fillets. Adjust cooking time for thicker or thinner fillets (see step 19).
  14. The fish is cooked when the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  15. Place the cooked fish on dinner plates.
  16. Spoon the remaining Key lime butter sauce over the fish.
  17. Garnish with 2 tablespoons chopped tomatoes, 2 tablespoons chopped scallions, 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese, and 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

41 g

Sugar

22g

Fat

94g

Carbs

23g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Preparation Main Dish Seafood 4 Hours Or Less