Pan-Seared Haddock

"Seasoned Fish"
[American]

Time to Cook: 10-15 Minutes
Serves: 3-4

Ingredients:
*Paprika - 1 Tbsp
*Dried thyme - 1 Tbsp
*Yellow Pepper - 1 large
*Salt - 1/2 tsp
*Ground black pepper - 1/4 tsp
*Cayenne pepper - 1/4 tsp
*Haddock - 4 (6-ounce) fillets
*Olive oil - 1 Tbsp
*Butter - 1 Tbsp
*Lemon Juice


In a small bowl, combine paprika, thyme, salt, pepper and cayenne pepper. Pat mixture evenly onto fish.

Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and butter and when hot, but not smoking, sauté fish on both sides until crisp and golden, about 8 minutes. Fish should flake easily with a fork. Serve immediately garnished with lemon juice.

Preferred With What?:
Drink: Green Tea Ginger Ale
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