Description
These Lemon Butter Fish Bites are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, bursting with flavor and paired with a creamy garlic aioli. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive appetizer for guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Fresh white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 1/4 cup All-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon Paprika
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter
- 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice
- 1 unit Lemon zest, for garnish
- Fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice, to taste
- Salt and pepper
Instructions
- Begin by preparing your fish. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels to eliminate excess moisture, ensuring a crisp texture. Cut them into bite-sized pieces, approximately 1 to 2 inches in size.
- In a shallow bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Mix well until evenly distributed.
- Coat each fish piece lightly in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Next, melt the unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Once the butter is ready, add the coated fish bites to the skillet in a single layer. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown.
- Carefully flip the fish bites using a spatula. Cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the other side is also golden brown and the fish is cooked through.
- While the fish is cooking, prepare the garlic aioli. In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, minced garlic, and lemon juice. Stir until smooth, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Once the fish bites are cooked, transfer them to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess butter.
- To serve, sprinkle the fish bites with fresh lemon zest and chopped parsley. Serve hot with the garlic aioli on the side for dipping.
Notes
- Adjust the garlic level in the aioli based on your preference.
- Do not overcrowd the pan while cooking the fish for even cooking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 15 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg
Keywords: Lemon Butter Fish Bites, Fish Bites, Garlic Aioli, Appetizer, Quick Dinner