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Ingredients
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- 4 (6 ounce) fish filets (halibut, sea bass, cod, tilapia, sole)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried dill
- 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon (juiced (about 1/4 cup))
Instructions
- To start, if you prefer, use a sharp knife to take the skin off the 4 (6 ounce) fish filets. Most types of fish can be cooked with the skin intact; this is a matter of personal choice. If you choose to keep the skin, sear the skin side first.
- In a small bowl, mix together 1/2 teaspoon dried dill, 1/2 teaspoon lemon pepper, 1/4 teaspoon dried basil, 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon onion powder, and 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder.
- Using paper towels, pat the fish dry. Evenly season both sides of each fillet with the prepared seasoning mix. Alternatively, you can marinate the fish for up to 15 minutes.
- Heat a heavy skillet over high heat. Once it’s hot, pour in 2 tablespoons of olive oil and let it heat until it shimmers, which should take about 1 minute.
- Carefully add the fish fillets to the hot skillet. Cook them without moving until they are about two-thirds cooked through.
- Turn the fillets over and keep cooking until they are fully done. The total cooking time will depend on the thickness of the fillets, typically ranging from 3 to 6 minutes per side.
- To check for doneness, ensure the fish is opaque, no longer translucent, and flakes easily with a fork. If necessary, lower the heat to medium and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and drizzle the juice of 1 lemon over the fish just before serving.
Notes
TECHNIQUE TIP: For a crispy texture, sear the fish skin-side down first if leaving the skin on.
STORAGE: Thaw frozen fish overnight in the fridge or in cold water, and use immediately after defrosting.
SUBSTITUTION: Swap lemon pepper for freshly cracked black pepper and lemon zest for a fresher taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Calories: 73 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 2 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0.4 mg
