Lemon Butter Barramundi

Ingredient List

Ingredient Quantity Units
Barramuni 10 Ounce
Scallion 2 Each
Lemon 1 Each
Tunisian Spice Blend 1/2 Tablespoon
Vegetable Stock Concentrate 1 Unit
Butter
Salt
Pepper

Cooking Time:
  Total Time: 35 Minutes
  Prep Time: 5 Minutes
  Cook time: 30 Minutes

Servings:
  2

Instructions

Step 1: Prep
  Wash and dry all produce.
  Trim and thinly slice scallions, separating whites from greens.
  Zest and quarter lemon.

Step 2: Cook Fish
  Pat barramundi dry with paper towels.
  Season with salt and pepper.
  Season flesh side with Tunisian Spice.
  Add a large drizzle of olive oil to pan.
  Add barramundi skin sides down; cook until skin is crispy, 4-5 minutes.
  Flip and cook until fish is opaque and cooked through, 2-3 minutes more. (TIP: Lower heat if spice starts to burn.)
  Turn off heat; transfer to a plate.

Step 3: Make Sauce
  Heat same pan over medium-high heat.
  Add stock concentrate, a squeeze of lemon juice, and 1/4 cup water.
  Cook, stirring, until slightly reduced, 2-3 minutes.
  Remove from heat.
  Stir in lemon zest to taste and 2 TBS butter until melted.
  Taste and season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice if required.

Step 4: Finish and Serve
  Divide barramundi between plates.
  Top barramundi with sauce.
  Sprinkle with scallion greens.
  Serve with any remaining lemon wedges on the side.

Recommended Pairings:
  Pistachio Rice
  Chili-Roasted Carrots

Categories: Seafood

Recipe inspired by:
  Hello Fresh
  https://www.hellofresh.com/recipes/lemon-butter-barramundi-5e87801fca2ebd704300ab60