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

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.

Notes

Recommended Pairings
Pistachio Rice
Chili-Roasted Carrots

Categories:
Fish

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