Lemon Garlic Butter Swai Fish Recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Serving: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 Swai fish fillets
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 lemon, juiced and zested
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions:
- Preheat the Oven:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). This recipe can also be prepared using a stovetop, but baking adds a delightful tenderness to the fish. - Prepare the Swai Fillets:
Rinse the Swai fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Place the fillets on a cutting board and season both sides with salt and pepper. - Make the Lemon Garlic Butter Sauce:
Heat a small saucepan over medium heat to melt unsalted butter. Sauté the minced garlic for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. Stir in the dried oregano, dried thyme, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Allow the mixture to simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes, letting the flavors meld together. Remove from heat. - Coat the Swai Fillets:
Fill a baking dish halfway with Swai fillets. Pour the lemon garlic butter sauce over the fillets, ensuring they are evenly coated. - Bake the Swai Fish:
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12-15 minutes or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Baste the fillets with the butter sauce halfway through the cooking time for added flavor. - Garnish and Serve:
Once the Swai fish is cooked, remove it from the oven and provide some fresh parsley as a garnish to provide some flavour and colour. Serve the fish hot, drizzling any remaining lemon garlic butter sauce over the top.
Nutrition Information:
*Note: Depending on the exact items used, the approximate nutritional values may change.
- Calories per Serving: Approximately 300 calories
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Dietary Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugars: 0.5g
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
- Sodium: 150mg
Tips:
- Ensure the Swai fillets are thawed before cooking for even baking.
- Customize the herb and spice blend according to your taste preferences.
- Serve the Lemon Garlic Butter Swai Fish with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh green salad for a well-balanced meal.
This Lemon Garlic Butter Swai Fish recipe offers a perfect balance of flavors, combining the richness of butter with the zesty kick of lemon and the aromatic notes of garlic. It’s a quick and delicious way to prepare Swai fish that the whole family will love.
