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Javier Sanchez Mejorada | Oct 17, 2025 | Low Carb

Ocean Perch Piccata

Light and buttery ocean perch piccata with lemon and capers — a bright, elegant seafood dish ready in minutes.

Servings 4 ppl
Cook 18 min
Difficulty Easy
Dietary Low Carb

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450 g) ocean perch (rockfish) fillets, skin removed
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine (or chicken/vegetable broth)
  • 2 tbsp capers, drained
  • 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice (about 1 lemon)
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
  • Lemon slices, for serving

Nutrition

  • Calories: ~360 kcal
  • Protein: ~38 g
  • Total Fat: ~18 g
  • Saturated Fat: ~5 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~14 g
  • Sugar: ~1 g
  • Fiber: ~1 g
  • Sodium: ~640 mg
  • Cholesterol: ~95 mg
  • Omega-3 Fatty Acids: ~500–700 mg
Nutrition values are estimates and may vary based on ingredients used.

Instructions

  1. Pat ocean perch fillets dry and season lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. Dredge each fillet in flour, shaking off any excess.
  3. Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Cook the fillets for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through, then remove and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add white wine (or broth), capers, and lemon juice, simmering for 2–3 minutes while scraping up browned bits.
  6. Return the fish to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the fillets.
  7. Heat for 1–2 minutes until warmed through.
  8. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices and serve immediately.
Source: https://larryscatch.com/fr/blogs/recipes-3/ocean-perch-piccata