Go Back
–+ servings
Lemon Butter Fish Bites

Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Easy Garlic Aioli Delight

Lemon Butter Fish Bites are a delightful, quick meal that wows guests with zesty flavor and crispy texture.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Bites
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets Cod or tilapia can be used.
  • 1 cup Flour Use cornstarch for gluten-free option.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to your liking.
  • 4 tablespoons Butter
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest For added citrus flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped, for garnish.
For the Garlic Aioli
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
  • 1 clove Minced Garlic Add more for extra flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
  • 1 pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut white fish fillets into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, combine flour or cornstarch, salt, and black pepper. Coat each piece thoroughly.
  2. Heat skillet over medium heat and add butter and olive oil. Once melted, sauté the coated fish bites for about 3-4 minutes on each side until golden-brown.
  3. Remove fish bites and set aside. Lower heat, add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Stir in lemon juice and zest, then return fish bites to skillet for 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and salt for garlic aioli.
  5. Plate the fish bites, garnish with parsley, and serve with garlic aioli on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 2bitesCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!