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Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Garlic Aioli

Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Garlic Aioli: Crispy Delight!

Enjoy crispy Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Garlic Aioli for a zesty, delightful appetizer.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 320

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Bites
  • 1 lb white fish fillets cod, tilapia, or haddock
  • 1 cup cornstarch or flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 4 tbsp butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 cloves garlic freshly minced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest
  • 2 tbsp fresh parsley for garnish
For the Garlic Aioli
  • 1 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic additional minced garlic
  • 1 pinch salt for aioli

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Start by cutting your white fish fillets into bite-sized pieces. In a mixing bowl, toss the fish with cornstarch (or flour), salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. Set aside for a few minutes.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add a combination of butter and olive oil. Once the butter melts and begins to bubble, carefully place the coated fish bites into the skillet. Sauté for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden brown, then flip with a spatula. Cook for another 3-4 minutes.
  3. Remove the bites from the skillet and set aside. In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in lemon juice and zest, then return the fish bites to the pan for 1-2 minutes.
  4. In a medium bowl, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, a splash of lemon juice, and a pinch of salt. Whisk together until smooth and well blended.
  5. Plate the crispy fish bites, garnish with freshly chopped parsley, and serve with the garlic aioli on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 4bitesCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 22gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For the best flavor and texture, use fresh fish fillets and serve immediately for maximum crispiness.

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