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Baked Fish with Lemon Cream Sauce

JE
Jennifer

Cuisine: American
Categories: Low-Calorie Meals, Healthy Meals & Quick & Easy

Recipe Source: Recipe Tin Eats

A delightful dish featuring flaky, tender fish bathed in a creamy, tangy lemon sauce. The delicate flavors of the fish are perfectly complemented by the bright citrus notes and rich creaminess of the sauce. Served with a side of steamed vegetables or a bed of fluffy rice, this dish is a light yet satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.

Baked Fish with Lemon Cream Sauce
healthy
fish

Difficulty: EASY

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Total Time: 15 minutes

Serving Size: Serves 4

Ingredients:

  • 5 - 6 oz fish fillets, about ½" thick, skinless and boneless
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ¼ cup heavy cream
  • 1 - 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1½ tbsp lemon juice
  • Salt & pepper
  • 1½ tbsp finely chopped scallions, white part only Fresh parsley and lemon slices, to serve

Directions:

  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees (all ovens).
  2. Place fish in a baking dish - ensure the fish isn't crammed in too snugly. Sprinkle both sides of fish with salt and pepper.
  3. Place butter, cream, garlic, mustard, lemon juice, salt and pepper in a microwave proof jug or bowl. Microwave in 2 x 30 sec bursts, stirring in between, until melted and smooth.
  4. Sprinkle fish with shallots, then pour over sauce.
  5. Bake for 10 - 12 minutes, or until fish is just cooked. Remove from oven and transfer fish to serving plates. Spoon over sauce, and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges if using.
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