Elevate your seafood game with this irresistible Herbed Up Butterfish recipe—an elegant yet simple dish that's bursting with fresh, herby flavors. Succulent butterfish fillets are basted in a luscious blend of melted butter, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, and a medley of fragrant herbs like parsley, dill, and thyme, all brightened with zesty lemon juice and zest. Baked to tender perfection, this dish is ready in just 35 minutes, making it an ideal option for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Serve it with a side of steamed vegetables or fluffy rice for a complete, gourmet meal that’s as healthy as it is delicious. Perfect for fans of buttery, flaky seafood recipes and herb-infused dishes!
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish large enough to hold all the butterfish fillets in a single layer.
Pat the butterfish fillets dry with paper towels and set them aside on a plate.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter together with the olive oil. Once melted, remove from heat.
Add the minced garlic, parsley, dill, thyme leaves, lemon zest, and lemon juice to the butter-olive oil mixture. Stir well to combine.
Season the butterfish fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides, ensuring even coverage.
Place the fillets into the prepared baking dish and spoon the herb-butter mixture generously over the top of each fillet.
Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and appears opaque.
Remove from the oven and let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional fresh herbs, if desired, and serve warm with a side of your choice, such as steamed vegetables or rice.
Serving size | 507.9 grams (507.9g) |
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Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
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Calories | 1235 |
Total Fat 92.30g | 118% |
Saturated Fat 30.00g | 150% |
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
Cholesterol 342mg | 114% |
Sodium 2615mg | 114% |
Total Carbohydrate 7.30g | 3% |
Dietary Fiber 2.70g | 10% |
Total Sugars 1.00g | |
Protein 89.50g | 179% |
Vitamin D 800IU | 4000% |
Calcium 105mg | 8% |
Iron 3mg | 19% |
Potassium 1383mg | 29% |
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