Red Mullet with Lemon Zest
A simple yet flavorful dish featuring tender red mullet fillets, enhanced with the bright tang of lemon zest. Perfect for a refreshing and light meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 200cal
Carbohydrate: 2g
Protein: 21g
Fat: 12g
Cholesterol: – -mg
Sodium: 120mg
Difficulty Level: easy
10 min Prep
15 min Cook
25 min Total
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 4 red mullet fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, zested and juiced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 4 lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
- Begin by preparing all your ingredients. Zest and juice the lemon, chop the parsley and dill, and mince the garlic. Having everything prepared in advance makes cooking easier.
- Heat the olive oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium-high heat. A non-stick pan is crucial to prevent the fish from sticking and to aid in easy flipping.
- While the oil is heating, season the red mullet fillets with salt and black pepper. Seasoning the fish enhances its natural flavors.
- Once the oil is hot, carefully place the fillets into the pan, skin side down. Cook for about 3-4 minutes. The edges should turn golden brown – this is your cue for flipping.
- Gently turn the fillets over using a spatula and cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side until the fish flakes easily with a fork. Avoid overcooking the fish to keep it moist.
- Reduce the heat to low and add the minced garlic to the pan. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
- Sprinkle the lemon zest and fresh herbs over the fillets, then drizzle the lemon juice over the top for added brightness.
- Transfer the fillets to a serving plate and let them rest for a minute before serving. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the fish.
- Serve the red mullet fillets with lemon wedges on the side for an extra citrus kick.
