Lemon Brown Butter Perch Recipe
This Lemon Brown Butter Perch recipe features tender perch filets lightly coated in a seasoned flour mixture and pan-cooked in rich, nutty brown butter. The dish is finished with fresh lemon wedges for a bright and zesty flavor, making it a quick, elegant seafood meal perfect for any night of the week.
- Prep Time: 8 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Total Time: 22 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
For the Perch
- 2/3 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1½ pounds perch filets (about 8 filets)
For Cooking
- 4 tablespoons salted butter
- 1 whole lemon (cut into wedges)
Instructions
- Prepare the Flour Mixture: In a shallow dish, combine the unbleached all-purpose flour with kosher salt and ground black pepper, mixing thoroughly for an even seasoning.
- Coat the Perch Filets: Gently press each perch filet into the seasoned flour mixture, ensuring a light, even coating, then shake off any excess flour to avoid clumping during cooking.
- Brown the Butter: Place the butter in a 12-inch skillet and cook it over medium to medium-low heat, stirring occasionally until the butter turns a deep golden brown and develops a nutty aroma, being careful not to burn it.
- Cook the Perch Filets: Add 4 perch filets to the skillet at a time, cooking each batch for about 3 minutes on one side. Flip the filets carefully and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork, indicating it is perfectly cooked.
- Transfer and Repeat: Remove the cooked filets to a serving platter and repeat the cooking process with the remaining perch filets in batches of 4 until all are cooked.
- Serve with Brown Butter and Lemon: Drizzle the remaining browned butter from the pan over the cooked perch filets. Serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges to squeeze over the fish, and season with additional salt and pepper to taste if desired.
Notes
- Use fresh perch filets for best flavor and texture.
- Be careful not to burn the brown butter; cook it on medium to medium-low heat.
- Lightly coating the fish in flour helps create a delicate crust without overpowering the natural flavor of the perch.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with a light salad or steamed vegetables.
- If perch is unavailable, other mild white fish filets can be substituted.
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