Recipes

Pan-Seared Walleye with Lemon Herb Butter

December 31, 2024 / freshwater / michigan / minnesota / walleye / wisconsin

Pan-seared to perfection and topped with a luscious lemon herb butter, this recipe embodies the freshness of lakeside dining.

Walleye, with its delicate flavor and flaky texture, shines in this simple yet refined dish. Pan-seared to perfection and topped with a luscious lemon herb butter, this recipe embodies the freshness of lakeside dining.

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients

  • 4 walleye fillets
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tsp fresh dill, chopped
  • Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions

  1. Pat the walleye fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear the fillets for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  3. In the same skillet, melt butter and stir in parsley, dill, and lemon juice. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
  4. Drizzle the lemon herb butter over the walleye and serve immediately.

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