Ingredients for Pan Fry Garlic Butter Branzino
- Fish Fillets
- Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- Unsalted Butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Lemon, Juice Of
- Fresh Basil Leaves
- Fish Fillet
- Fresh Ground Pepper
- Parsley
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How to Make Pan Fry Garlic Butter Branzino
- Pat the branzino fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat the olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the butter is melted and shimmering.
- Add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
- Add the branzino fillets, skin-side down, to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the skin is crispy and golden brown.
- Carefully flip the fillets and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the branzino from the skillet and set aside. Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and the white wine (if using) to the skillet. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly reduce.
- Stir in the lemon juice. Pour the sauce over the branzino fillets.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
3 g
Sugar
1g
Fat
22g
Carbs
0g
