Name: Barramundi With Lemon Basil Sauce Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 4 barramundi fillets; 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped; 2 lemons, juiced and zest; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp olive oil; Salt and black pepper, to taste

Barramundi With Lemon Basil Sauce Recipe

Emmye Wideman Modified: February 18, 2024

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How To Make Barramundi With Lemon Basil Sauce

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Preparation: 15 minutes

Cooking: 15 minutes

Total: 30 minutes

Serves:

Ingredients

4 barramundi fillets
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
2 lemons, juiced and zest
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp olive oil
Salt and black pepper, to taste

Instructions

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Season the barramundi fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Sear the fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side until they develop a golden crust.
Transfer the fillets to a baking dish and bake in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes or until cooked through.
In the same skillet, add garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add lemon juice, lemon zest, and chopped basil to the skillet. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the barramundi fillets from the oven and drizzle the lemon basil sauce over them.
Serve hot with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition

Calories : 291kcal
Total Fat : 15g
Saturated Fat : 2g
Cholesterol : 68mg
Sodium : 121mg
Total Carbohydrates : 6g
Dietary Fiber : 1g
Sugar : 1g
Protein : 33g

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