Brown Butter Perch

Brown Butter Perch
  • PREP TIME
    10 mins
  • COOK TIME
    10 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    20 mins
  • SERVING
    4 People
  • VIEWS
    258

Elevate delicate perch fillets with the rich, nutty flavors of browned butter and a bright burst of fresh lemon. A simple yet sophisticated dish that celebrates the sweet, flaky texture of perch.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    31 g
  • Cholesterol
    43 mg
  • Fiber
    2 g
  • Protein
    13 g
  • Saturated Fat
    5 g
  • Sodium
    703 mg
  • Sugar
    0 g
  • Fat
    12 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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Recipe View 2 mins In a shallow bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Gently press each perch fillet into the flour mixture, ensuring it is evenly coated. Shake off any excess flour. (5 minutes)

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Recipe View 5 mins Place a skillet over medium heat and add the butter. Allow the butter to melt and continue cooking until it foams and turns a rich, nutty brown color. Be careful not to burn it! (3-5 minutes)

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Recipe View 2 mins Working in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, carefully place the floured perch fillets into the hot browned butter. (2 minutes)

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Recipe View 4 mins Cook for approximately 2 minutes per side, or until the fillets are lightly golden brown and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 145°F. (4 minutes)

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Recipe View 1 mins Transfer the cooked perch fillets to a serving plate. Squeeze fresh lemon juice generously over the top. (1 minute)

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Recipe View Serve immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of flavors and textures.

For an even richer flavor, try using brown butter ghee.
A sprinkle of fresh parsley or thyme adds a lovely herbal note.
Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or a simple green salad for a complete meal.
Be sure to use a light-colored pan when browning butter so you can see when it turns brown and avoid burning it.

Monroe Friesen

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.6/ 5 ( 86 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (4)
  • Natalie Klein

    The cayenne pepper adds a nice little kick. I served it with asparagus and it was delicious.

  • Dejuan Luettgen

    I was a bit nervous about browning the butter, but the instructions were clear, and it turned out perfectly. Definitely making this again!

  • August Hintzpollich

    Simple, quick, and absolutely delicious! The lemon juice really brightens up the dish.

  • Ashlynn Mcglynn

    This recipe was so easy to follow, and the brown butter flavor was amazing! My family loved it.

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