Fish with Macadamia Butter Sauce

Elevate your dinner table with this elegant yet simple recipe for Fish with Macadamia Butter Sauce. Perfectly pan-seared white fish fillets, such as cod, halibut, or snapper, are adorned with a luxurious sauce made from golden-brown butter infused with the rich nuttiness of toasted macadamia nuts, bright lemon juice, and aromatic garlic. Fresh parsley adds a vibrant touch, while a garnish of lemon wedges provides a fresh burst of flavor. This 35-minute recipe strikes the perfect balance between approachable and gourmet, making it ideal for impressing dinner guests or simply treating yourself to a special midweek meal. Serve alongside roasted vegetables or a light salad for a perfectly balanced seafood indulgence.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces white fish fillets (e.g., cod, halibut, or snapper)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 0.25 cup macadamia nuts, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons parsley, fresh and chopped
• 4 pieces lemon wedges (for serving)

Directions

Step 1

Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Place the all-purpose flour on a large plate. Lightly dredge each fish fillet in the flour, shaking off any excess.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. When the oil is hot, add the fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove the fish from the skillet and set aside on a plate. Cover loosely with aluminum foil to keep warm.

Step 4

In the same skillet, reduce the heat to medium-low and add the unsalted butter. Allow the butter to melt and begin to turn golden brown, about 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 5

Add the finely chopped macadamia nuts to the browned butter. Cook for another 2 minutes, stirring frequently, until the nuts are toasted and fragrant.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon juice and minced garlic, cooking for an additional 1 minute. Be careful not to let the garlic burn.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley to finish the sauce.

Step 8

Plate the cooked fish fillets and spoon the macadamia butter sauce generously over each one.

Step 9

Serve immediately, garnished with fresh lemon wedges for an added zing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	903.8 grams (903.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1838

Total Fat 123.20g	158%
Saturated Fat 39.60g	198%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.00g
Cholesterol 424mg	141%
Sodium 2739mg	119%
Total Carbohydrate 62.10g	23%
Dietary Fiber 7.30g	26%
Total Sugars 5.30g
Protein 130.60g	261%

Vitamin D 1200IU	6000%
Calcium 236mg	18%
Iron 7mg	40%
Potassium 2306mg	49%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.0%

Protein: 27.8%

Carbs: 13.2%