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Barramundi with Lemon and Basil

Name: Barramundi with Lemon and Basil
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 5 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 12 oz package Barramundi fillets, thawed; 1 tbsp olive oil; 1 clove garlic; 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice; 4 leaves fresh basil, minced (or 3/4 tsp dry); Salt to taste

Often the simplest preparation is most delicious, especially when it comes to the delicate flavor of white fish. A shower of lemon juice, minced garlic and basil dresses the fish, allowing its natural taste to really shine. This makes an elegant and low-stress main course for a romantic dinner.

Serves 4

Ready in 15 mins

Prep time 10 mins

Cooking time 5 mins

100 calories per serving

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Ingredients

> 12 oz package Barramundi fillets, thawed

> 1 tbsp olive oil

> 1 clove garlic

> 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice

> 4 leaves fresh basil, minced (or 3/4 tsp dry)

> Salt to taste

Steps

In a small pan, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil, add garlic and gently sauté for about 2 minutes. Stir in lemon juice and basil, add salt to taste. Remove from heat. Heat a large frying pan over high heat. Brush fillets with remaining olive oil and add to pan. Fry one side for 2 minutes, then flip and cook on other side 2–3 more minutes or until fish is cooked through. Transfer to serving dish. Spoon sauce over fillets.