Pan-Seared Rockfish with Lemon Butter and Herbs

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Serves: 2

Ingredients:

• 2 rockfish fillets (about 6 oz each)

• Salt and black pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1 garlic clove, minced

• Juice of ½ lemon

• 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

• Optional: lemon slices for garnish

Directions:

1. Pat the rockfish fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. When hot, add the fillets, skin side down.

3. Cook for 3–4 minutes per side, until golden and flaky. Remove from the pan and set aside.

4. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add butter and garlic. Sauté for 30 seconds, then stir in lemon juice and parsley.

5. Spoon the sauce over the fish and serve with roasted potatoes or steamed vegetables.

Flavor Tip: The simplicity lets the fresh flavor of the rockfish shine — perfect for same-day catches!