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Gluten-Free Fish Meals

Gluten-Free Fish Meals

This Gluten-Free Fish Meal is a simple, nutritious, and flavorful dish that’s perfect for lunch or dinner. The crispy, well-seasoned fish is pan-seared or baked and served with roasted vegetables and lemon garlic sauce for a wholesome, restaurant-quality meal. This recipe is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and customizable with your favorite side dishes.

  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

For the Fish:

  • 4 fillets of white fish (cod, tilapia, haddock, or salmon)
  • Âœ teaspoon salt
  • ÂŒ teaspoon black pepper
  • Âœ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Âœ teaspoon paprika
  • ÂŒ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (for pan-frying)

For the Coating (Optional for Crispy Fish):

  • Âœ cup gluten-free all-purpose flour (or almond flour)
  • 1 egg, beaten
  • Âœ cup gluten-free breadcrumbs (or crushed gluten-free crackers)

For the Lemon Garlic Sauce:

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter (or olive oil for dairy-free)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • 1 tablespoon chopped parsley

For the Side Dish (Roasted Vegetables):

  • 1 zucchini, sliced
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Âœ teaspoon salt
  • Âœ teaspoon black pepper
  • Âœ teaspoon Italian seasoning

Instructions

1. Prepare the Fish:

  1. Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and cayenne.

2. (Optional) Coat the Fish for Extra Crispiness:

  1. Lightly dredge fish in gluten-free flour, shaking off excess.
  2. Dip into beaten egg, then coat with gluten-free breadcrumbs.

3. Cooking Methods:

Pan-Seared Fish:

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add fish fillets and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and flaky.

Baked Fish (Healthier Option):

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. Place fish on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
  3. Bake for 12–15 minutes until fish flakes easily with a fork.

4. Make the Lemon Garlic Sauce:

  1. In a small saucepan, melt butter (or olive oil) over medium heat.
  2. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in lemon juice, zest, and parsley. Remove from heat.

5. Roast the Vegetables:

  1. Toss zucchini, bell pepper, and cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
  2. Spread on a baking sheet and roast at 400°F (200°C) for 15 minutes.

6. Serve:

  • Drizzle lemon garlic sauce over the fish.
  • Serve with roasted vegetables and lemon wedges.

Notes

  • For extra crunch: Double-dip the fish in egg and breadcrumbs.
  • Spice it up: Add red pepper flakes to the lemon sauce for heat.
  • Make it low-carb: Use almond flour instead of breadcrumbs.
  • Serving ideas: Serve with gluten-free rice, mashed potatoes, or quinoa.
  • Author: Chef EL
  • Prep Time: 10
  • Cook Time: 15
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Frying, Baking
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 Serving
  • Calories: 320 kcal
  • Sugar: 2g
  • Sodium: 550mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

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