Pan-Seared Basa with Zesty Lemon Butter Sauce
45 minutes
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About Pan-Seared Basa with Zesty Lemon Butter Sauce
Elevate your weeknight dinner with this restaurant-quality Pan-Seared Basa with Zesty Lemon Butter Sauce. This surprisingly simple recipe delivers a burst of fresh lemon flavor, perfectly complementing the delicate basa fillets. It's quick, easy, and impressive enough for guests!The key to this dish is the vibrant lemon butter sauce, made with fresh lemon juice, garlic, and a touch of cornstarch for a glossy finish. The basa cooks quickly in a pan, ensuring a flaky, tender texture.Get ready to impress yourself and your loved ones with this delicious and elegant meal. It's a perfect balance of flavors and textures, making it a true culinary delight. Ready in under 30 minutes!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep25 minutes
Cook20 minutes
Total45 minutes
Ingredients
For the Fish
- 1 Basa Fillet about 6 oz
- 1 tsp Salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp Pepper or to taste, white
- 1 tbsp Olive Oil
For the Lemon Butter Sauce
- 1/4 cup Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
- 2 clove Garlic minced
- 1 tbsp Parsley chopped fresh
- 1/4 tsp Pepper white
- 1/2 tsp Salt or to taste
- 2 tbsp Corn Flour
- 2-3 tbsp Water or as needed to thin the sauce
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 1 tbsp Butter unsalted
- 1 tbsp Butter for searing
Instructions
Prepare the Lemon Butter Sauce
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Add the lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, white pepper, salt, and sugar. Bring to a simmer.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and 2-3 tablespoons of water until smooth.
- Slowly whisk the cornstarch slurry into the simmering lemon mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Add more water if needed.
- Remove from heat and stir in the 1 tbsp of butter until melted and incorporated.
Prepare the Fish
- Season the basa fillet generously with salt and white pepper.
- Heat the olive oil and 1 tbsp of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Once hot, add the basa fillet to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until cooked through and flaky.
Assemble and Serve
- Transfer the cooked basa to a serving plate. Spoon the lemon butter sauce generously over the fish.
- Garnish with fresh parsley sprigs (optional) and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips
- For extra flavor, marinate the basa in a mixture of lemon juice, garlic, and herbs for 30 minutes before cooking.
- Don't overcrowd the pan when searing the fish; this will lower the temperature and prevent proper browning.
- Use high-quality butter for the sauce to enhance its richness and flavor.
- Adjust the amount of salt, pepper, and sugar to your liking. A pinch of red pepper flakes can also add a nice kick.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 563kcalCarbohydrates: 11gProtein: 104gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 335mgSodium: 2107mgPotassium: 1644mgFiber: 0.3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 222IUVitamin C: 13mgCalcium: 64mgIron: 1mg
Akhilesh Bhatia
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Great recipe! I’m eager to try it.
Absolutely fantastic! Thanks for the recipe.
Absolutely delicious! Can’t wait to try it.
Easy to make and really delicious taste
Very tasty and easy