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Baked Fish with Lemon Cream Sauce

Baked Fish with Lemon Cream Sauce: Quick, Creamy Delight

Experience the magic of Baked Fish with Lemon Cream Sauce, a quick and healthy dinner option that's delicious and easy to make.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 282
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 150-180 g Fresh white fish fillets Substitute with tilapia, barramundi, or snapper if desired.
For the Cream Sauce
  • 50 g Unsalted Butter Adds richness and depth; no substitutes recommended.
  • 1/4 cup Heavy Cream Feel free to use evaporated milk for a lighter version.
  • 1-2 cloves Garlic, minced Using fresh garlic yields the best results.
  • 1 tbsp Dijon Mustard Adds tanginess, any non-seedy mustard can work.
  • 1.5 tbsp Lemon Juice Lime juice is a quick substitute if needed.
  • 1.5 tbsp Eschallots, finely chopped Finely minced onions or green onion whites can be used as alternatives.
  • Salt & Pepper Adjust to taste.
For Garnish
  • Fresh Parsley
  • Lemon Slices For a pop of color and freshness.

Equipment

  • Baking Dish
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
  2. Place your fish fillets in the baking dish, generously season with salt and pepper.
  3. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine butter, heavy cream, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Microwave for about one minute until smooth.
  4. Pour the lemon cream sauce over the fish fillets and sprinkle with chopped eschallots.
  5. Bake in the preheated oven for 10-12 minutes until opaque and flaky.
  6. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 282kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 220mgPotassium: 370mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to swap in your favorite white fish or add veggies for added nutrition. Adjust salt and pepper to your taste preference.

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