Pan-Charred Fish in White Wine Citrus Sauce & Balsamic Reduction

A new idea I had and it came out FANTASTIC! PRAISE YAH!

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Pat fish dry with a paper towel, marinate with Soy sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Then season with 1 tablespoon of oregano, garlic powder, onion powder, thyme; 2 teaspoons of paprika, black pepper, parsley and 1 teaspoon of salt and Old Bay.

Step 2

(If using Cast Iron) Heat pan on HIGH heat for 2 mins then REDUCE TO MEDIUM High heat then add 2 tbsp of butter (If NOT using Cast Iron skillet) Melt 2 tbsp of butter in pan on Medium High.

Step 3

Add fish to pan and let the fish cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side WITHOUT MOVING IT OR CHECKING IT, then flip and cook 2-3 minutes on the other side, or until it reaches the desired doneness. *Cooking time will vary depending on the size and thickness of your fish filets.*

Step 4

Remove from pan and set to the side.

Step 5

Add the balsamic vinegar and sweeteners to a small pot. Bring it to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 10 to 15 minutes or until the sauce coats the back of a spoon. Set aside.

Step 6

To the same pan as the fish was cooked, add minced shallots and garlic; cook for about 2 minutes until shallots are soft.

Step 7

Add minced ginger and continue to cook for 2 mins. Then whisk in flour to create roux (to thicken sauce).

Step 8

Increase heat to Medium and pour in white wine let it simmer for 1 min, then pour in orange and lemon juice, sugar, maple syrup, soy and Worcestershire sauce and continue to simmer for 2 more mins, while stirring.

Step 9

Add in seasonings (to your taste) that you seasoned fish with and simmer for 2 more mins.

Step 10

Turn heat to Low and add cold butter while mixing with wooden spoon. Once all the butter is incorporated, the sauce should be thickened, satiny and beautifully glossy.

Step 11

Place fish back in sauce and spoon sauce over fish, let sit for 1 min.

Step 12

Transfer to plate.

Step 13

Spoon Balsamic Reduction over the fish and serve with sides of your choice. ENJOY!