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Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Garlic Aioli

Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Garlic Aioli for Easy Snacking

Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Garlic Aioli are quick, gluten-free, and full of fresh flavors, making them a perfect snack or appetizer.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish Bites
  • 1 pound White Fish Fillets cod, tilapia, or haddock can be used
  • 1 cup Flour or Cornstarch use cornstarch for gluten-free option
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust according to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
  • 4 tablespoons Butter or olive oil for lighter option
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil optional
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, roast for sweeter flavor if desired
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice fresh juice preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley chopped, for garnish
For the Garlic Aioli
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise vegan mayo can be used for plant-based option
  • 1 clove Extra Clove of Garlic adjust for milder flavor
  • 1 pinch Salt optional

Equipment

  • large skillet
  • Shallow dish
  • small bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Cut your white fish fillets into bite-sized pieces and coat them with flour or cornstarch, seasoning with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat with butter and olive oil. Once melted, add the seasoned fish bites and sauté for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Remove cooked fish and sauté minced garlic in remaining butter and oil for 30 seconds, then stir in lemon juice and zest. Return the fish to the pan and lightly toss.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth to create the garlic aioli.
  5. Plate the fish bites, garnish with parsley, and serve immediately with garlic aioli for dipping.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bitesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 250mgVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best texture, cook fish bites just before serving. Store leftovers separately to retain crispiness.

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