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Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Garlic Aioli

Lemon Butter Fish Bites with Garlic Aioli That Wow Every Time

Delight in crispy Lemon Butter Fish Bites with a creamy Garlic Aioli, perfect for quick meals or gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 400 g White Fish Fillets Use cod, tilapia, or haddock for best results.
  • 1/2 cup Flour Substitute with cornstarch for gluten-free option.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 2 tablespoons Butter Can substitute with olive oil.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Fresh zest yields the best results.
  • Fresh Parsley Use as a garnish.
For the Garlic Aioli
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Opt for high-quality or homemade.
  • 1 clove Garlic Minced.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Juice
  • Pinch Salt

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Begin by cutting the white fish fillets into bite-sized pieces, dredge in flour, and season with salt and black pepper.
  2. Heat a large skillet over medium heat, add butter and olive oil until shimmering. Sauté fish bites for 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  3. Add minced garlic to the skillet, sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add lemon juice and zest, then return fish to skillet to coat in sauce.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt until smooth to make the aioli.
  5. Garnish fish bites with fresh parsley and serve warm alongside garlic aioli.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bitesCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 20gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve with a salad or garlic pasta for a complete meal. Store leftovers in an airtight container for 2–3 days.

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