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Classic Pan-Seared Rockfish with Lemon Butter Sauce

A simple yet elegant dish featuring pan-seared rockfish fillets, seasoned and finished with lemon butter sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Rockfish
  • 4 fillets rockfish fillets
  • 2 tablespoons salt For seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons pepper For seasoning
  • 2 tablespoons butter For frying
For Serving
  • 1 lemon fresh lemon juice For flavor
  • 1 tablespoon parsley Chopped, for garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Season the rockfish fillets with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat butter in a pan over medium-high heat.
Cooking
  1. Pan-sear the fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden.
  2. Finish by squeezing fresh lemon juice over the fish and sprinkle with parsley.
Serving
  1. Serve the rockfish over rice or alongside a green salad.

Notes

Alternatively, serve with roasted vegetables for a complete meal. Enjoy the mild flavor of rockfish with a simple lemon butter sauce.