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Simple Crushed Herb Lemon Butter Sauce

A garlicky, buttery sauce with fresh lemon and herbal notes — perfect to drizzle over blackened steelhead trout.
Servings4
Calories: 100kcal

Ingredients

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • Zest of ½ lemon
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed dried thyme
  • ¼ teaspoon crushed dried oregano
  • Pinch of crushed fennel seeds optional
  • Salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Melt Butter: Melt butter in a small saucepan over medium-low heat.
  • Sauté Garlic: Add garlic and sauté for 15–30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Add Herbs & Lemon: Stir in lemon zest, lemon juice, and crushed herbs.
  • Simmer: Let it simmer for 30 seconds to 1 minute to combine the flavors.
  • Season: Season with salt and pepper to taste. Adjust lemon juice if needed.

Notes

This sauce is best served warm and drizzled over blackened steelhead trout or any grilled fish. Serving size is 2 Tablespoons.