Pan-Seared Dourada with Lemon Herb Butter | Quick Gourmet Fish Recipe

The highly valued Mediterranean fish known as gilt-head bream, or dourada, is renowned for its strong, flaky texture and delicate flavour. This recipe for pan-seared dourada, which combines creamy butter, tangy lemon, and fresh herbs to accentuate the natural flavour of the fish, is ideal for a quick yet classy dinner. This recipe is sure to impress whether you are a home cook or an experienced chef. It's also ready in less than half an hour!

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Get the fish ready: To guarantee a crispy sear, use a paper towel to pat the dourada fillets dry. Add a large amount of salt and black pepper to both sides.

Step 2

Heat the Pan: Add the olive oil to a non-stick frying pan set over medium-high heat. Carefully drop the fillets in the pan, skin-side down, once the oil is hot.

Step 3

Sear the fish: For 4–5 minutes on the skin side, or until it is crispy and brown. Using tongs or a fish spatula, turn the fillets over and cook for a further three to four minutes.

Step 4

Make the Lemon Herb Butter: By combining the melted butter, parsley, dill, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic, and chilli flakes (if using) in a small bowl.

Step 5

To finish the dish: Add the herb butter to the pan and lower the heat to low. To infuse the flavours, spoon the melted butter over the fillets for one to two minutes.

Step 6

To serve: Move the fillets to a platter and cover them with the leftover pan sauce. For presentation, add a slice of lemon and additional herbs as garnish.

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