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Buttery Cheesy Basa

Buttery Cheesy Basa
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Buttery Cheesy Basa is a creamy, rich, and flavorful seafood dish featuring tender basa fish fillets coated in a velvety butter and cheese sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal for guests, this easy-to-make recipe combines mild fish with a luscious sauce of butter, cream, mozzarella, and parmesan, finished with fresh herbs and a hint of lemon for brightness.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 4 basa fillets (mild-flavored, tender fish)

Butter and Sauce

  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, freshly minced
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
  • 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice

Herbs and Seasonings

  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill, chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Fish: Pat your basa fillets dry with a paper towel. This removes excess moisture so the fish cooks evenly and absorbs the flavors better.
  2. Sauté Garlic in Butter: Melt unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add freshly minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes, to build the buttery base of the dish.
  3. Cook the Basa: Place the fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Add Cream and Cheese: Reduce heat to low, then pour in heavy cream and sprinkle grated parmesan and shredded mozzarella over the fish. Let it gently simmer so the cheese melts into a rich sauce coating the fillets.
  5. Finish with Lemon and Herbs: Once the sauce thickens slightly, add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and sprinkle chopped parsley or dill to add brightness and freshness.

Notes

  • Use fresh basa fillets for better texture and flavor.
  • Let butter and cream come to room temperature for smoother sauce blending.
  • Don’t overcook the fish to avoid dryness or toughness.
  • Grate cheese fresh to ensure better melting and cleaner taste.
  • Let the fish rest for a couple of minutes after cooking to allow flavors to settle.

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Keywords: basa fish recipe, cheesy fish, buttery fish, quick dinner, creamy fish sauce, easy seafood recipe, weeknight meal, comfort food

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