Best 4 Pan Sautéed Rockfish With Capers Recipes

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Pan sautéed rockfish is a delectable seafood dish that combines the delicate flavor of rockfish with the salty tang of capers. The crispy skin and tender flesh of the fish, along with the aromatic sauce, make this dish a perfect choice for a light and flavorful meal. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner looking to try something new, this article will guide you through the process of creating a pan sautéed rockfish with capers that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your dinner guests.

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PAN-SAUTéED ROCKFISH WITH CAPERS



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Adapted from Cooking Light- September 2009. The original called for trout, but I often can't find it here, so I made this with Rockfish. I think any flaky white fish would work fine. I served this with orzo, to catch the sauce, but rice would work equally well.

Provided by IngridH

Categories     European

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

24 ounces rockfish fillets
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon olive oil
1/3 cup dry vermouth (or white wine)
2 teaspoons grated lemon rind
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon capers
1/4 teaspoon dried herbs (like herbes de Provence)
1 tablespoon butter, chilled and cut into pieces
2 tablespoons fresh flat leaf parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Add the oil and swirl to coat the pan.
  • Season the fish on both sides with the salt and pepper.
  • Add the fish to the pan, and cook about 2 -3 minutes on each side, or until the fish flakes easily.
  • Remove the fish to a warm plate.
  • Add vermouth, lemon rind, lemon juice, capers and herbs to the pan.
  • Cook for 30 seconds.
  • Add the butter to the pan, whisking to incorporate into the sauce.
  • Pour the sauce over the fish, top with the parsley.

PAN-ROASTED FISH FILLETS WITH HERB BUTTER



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A blast of heat in a cast-iron pan and a basting of golden butter does wonders for plain fish fillets. This life-changing method is adopted from a former chef and current fishmonger, Mark Usewicz of Mermaid's Garden in Brooklyn, who also teaches cooking classes in topics like "How to Cook Fish in a New York City Apartment." The cooking time is so short that the smell - which, if your fish is fresh and not funky, should not be overpowering - will dissipate quickly. And in the meantime, you have an easy dinner of tender fish with a toothsome crust, anointed with nutty, lemony brown butter and perfumed with herbs. You can use virtually any fish fillet, skin on or off, as long as it is not too thick. If the butter is browning too fast, reduce the heat and add a nut of cold butter to prevent scorching, or squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.

Provided by Julia Moskin

Categories     dinner, lunch, quick, main course

Time 20m

Yield 2 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 5- to 6-ounce fish fillets, like black bass, haddock, fluke, striped bass, tilefish, snapper or salmon, 1/2- to 1-inch thick
Salt and ground black pepper
3 tablespoons grapeseed or canola oil
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 sprigs fresh thyme, tarragon, chives or another herb
1 tablespoon chopped flat-leaf parsley, optional
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Pat fillets dry with a paper towel. Season on both sides with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a heavy 10-inch nonstick or cast-iron skillet over high heat. When the pan is hot, add the oil. Place the fillets in the pan, skin side down (if applicable), laying them down away from your body. If fillets have skin, press down gently with a spatula for about 20 seconds to prevent curling.
  • Lower heat to medium and let sizzle until fish is golden and caramelized around edges, about 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully flip fillets and add butter and thyme to pan. Tilt pan slightly to let the melted butter pool at one end. Use a spoon to baste the fish with the pooled butter. Continue basting until golden all over and cooked through, 45 to 90 seconds more, depending on the thickness of your fish. Serve immediately with chopped parsley (if using) and lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 461, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 471 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 1 gram

PAN-SEARED ROCKFISH WITH LEMON BEURRE BLANC



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Provided by Robert Irvine : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 lemons, juiced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1 cup heavy cream
1/2 cup canola oil
6 (8-ounce) rockfish fillets, boned and skinned (alternatives: rock cod, pacific snapper or striped bass)
1/2 cup all-purpose flour seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 cup softened butter

Steps:

  • Prepare the lemon beurre blanc sauce by combining the lemon juice, wine and cream in a 1-quart saucepan and simmering on medium heat until reduced by half the volume. Meanwhile, heat canola oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Dredge fish fillets in flour and saute in the hot skillet until golden brown. Remove fish from heat and let rest. When the sauce has thickened, slowly whisk in the butter. Place fish on platter, and drizzle sauce around and over the fish to serve.

PAN-ROASTED FISH WITH FRIED CAPERS



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Salt-packed capers have become a growing presence in grocery stores. They tend to be larger than capers cured in vinegar and brine, more like the flower buds that they are, and pleasingly vegetal in flavor. When you fry them in olive oil, the oil intensifies their saltiness and turns their outer leaves into a crisp shell, creating delicious crunchy bits that can be used as both seasoning and texture. Here, they stud fillets of pan-roasted striped bass, but you could use any meaty white fish like cod or halibut. It's a bright and flavorful alternative to the usual weeknight fish dish, and it can be on the table in about a half hour.

Provided by Amanda Hesser

Categories     dinner, easy, quick, seafood, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons salt-packed or brined capers
2 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for frying
1 clove garlic, crushed
4 fillets striped bass, or other meaty white fish like cod or halibut (about 2 pounds)
Sea salt and freshly ground pepper
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees. Soak the salt-packed capers in water for 10 minutes, drain, rinse, then thoroughly pat dry. (If using brined capers, drain them and pat dry.) Pour 1/2 inch olive oil into a small saucepan and place over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot enough to toast a bread crumb in 30 seconds, add the capers. Be careful, the oil may sputter. Fry until the capers fluff up and begin to brown on the edges, 30 to 60 seconds. Drain the capers on a paper towel.
  • Pour the remaining 2 tablespoons oil in a large nonstick sauté pan. Place over medium-high heat and add the garlic clove. Season the fish with salt and pepper. When the garlic bubbles on the edges, lay the fish in the pan, skin side down. Sauté until browned on the bottom, 4 to 5 minutes, then put the pan in the oven and roast until the fish is just cooked through, 5 to 8 minutes.
  • Set a fillet on each of 4 plates. Sprinkle the fried capers over the fillets and serve with wedges of lemon.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 288, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 41 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 590 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams

Tips:

  • Choose the freshest rockfish available. Look for fish that has clear eyes, bright red gills, and a firm, springy flesh.
  • Use a large skillet to cook the rockfish. This will help to prevent the fish from overcrowding and sticking to the pan.
  • Heat the skillet over medium-high heat before adding the rockfish. This will help to sear the fish and prevent it from sticking.
  • Cook the rockfish for 3-4 minutes per side, or until it is cooked through. The fish is cooked through when it flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve the rockfish immediately with your favorite sides. Some good options include steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.

Conclusion:

Pan-sauteed rockfish is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The fish is cooked in a flavorful sauce made with capers, lemon juice, and white wine. The dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as steamed vegetables, roasted potatoes, or a fresh salad.

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