Fish with Lemon Caper Sauce

Enjoy Fish with Lemon Caper Sauce, also known as Fish Piccata. Pan-seared white fish fillets are finished in a rich, buttery sauce. It’s easy to make at home and has bold, bright flavor in every bite.

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Prep Time 4

Cook Time 6

Total Time 10

Course Dinner, Lunch

Cuisine American, Italian

Servings servings

Calories 492.7 kcal

Ingredients

2 white fish fillets, (4-6 oz. each), skinless and boneless
kosher salt and black pepper
2 tablespoons flour, (use rice flour for gluten-free)
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 tablespoon olive oil
2-3 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons capers
1 lemons, zested and then juiced
1 lemon, cut into wedges for serving
⅔ cup dry white wine (or chicken stock for alcohol-free)
2 tablespoons chopped parsley, either flat-leaf or curly

Instructions

Rinse fish under cold running water and pat dry with paper towels.
Lightly season the fish fillets with salt and pepper, then dredge lightly in flour, shaking off any extra.
In a large non-stick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of butter and olive oil over medium-high heat.
Add the fish, skin side down, and cook for about 3 minutes per side or until golden brown.
When the fish is cooked through, it will easily flake with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add the remaining butter and garlic. Sauté the garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the wine (or chicken broth for alcohol-free), lemon juice and zest, and simmer for 2-3 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to slightly thicken.
Mix in the parsley and capers and then pour the sauce over the fish. Serve hot.

Notes

Capers are Salty

Because of the brining process, capers are very salty. I only use 2 teaspoons of capers in this sauce. You might consider seasoning the fish with salt and pepper after you cook it to prevent it from being over-salty.

How to Store and Reheat Leftovers

Place leftovers in an airtight container. For a quick reheat on the stovetop, use a non-stick skillet. Heat the skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of oil or butter. Place the fish in the skillet and cook for a few minutes until heated through.

To microwave the fish, put it on a microwave-safe dish. Cover it loosely with a paper towel. Cook it for one minute on low power. This helps prevent overcooking and splatters. Microwave in short intervals to avoid overcooking the fish.

Sides For Fish Piccata

Try these recipes for your side dish:

Nutrition

Calories: 492.7kcalCarbohydrates: 16.5gProtein: 36.1gTotal Fat: 27.4gSaturated Fat: 12.8gCholesterol: 130.2mgSodium: 155.1mgPotassium: 762.2mgFiber: 3.4gSugar: 3.6gNet Carbohydrates: 13.1g

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