Fish Piccata

Ingredients

  • 1/2 pound asparagus rinsed and dried, tough ends chopped off
  • 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil divided
  • salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 4 fillets 5-6 ounces each firm white fish , skinned removed (such as tilapia, halibut, sole, or snapper)
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon capers drained
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • fresh lemon slices for serving
  • chopped fresh parsley for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Spread the asparagus out in a single layer on a rimmed baking sheet. Toss in 2 tablespoons olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper, to taste. Roast for about 10 minutes (depending on thickness), until tender, but still al dente.
  • In the meantime, season the fish fillets with salt and pepper, then dredge in flour, shaking off any excess.
  • Coat a large nonstick pan with nonstick spray, add remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil, and heat over medium-high. Pan fry fillets for about 2 minutes on one side; gently flip over and pan fry the other side for about 2 more minutes until golden and fish flakes easily with a fork. Transfer fillets to a platter.
  • Deglaze pan with the wine until liquid is mostly evaporated, scraping up any brown bits, about 1-2 minutes. Add in minced garlic and stir until fragrant, about 20 seconds.
  • Add broth, lemon juice, capers, and butter.
  • Once butter is melted, pour sauce over fillets.
  • Garnish with lemon slices and chopped fresh parsley. Serve immediately with the roasted asparagus and enjoy!