Crispy Garlic Butter Fish Bites with Creamy Herb Sauce

Crispy Garlic Butter Fish Bites with Creamy Herb Sauce

🛒 Ingredients

For the Fish:

• 500g cod fillets (or any firm white fish like basa/halibut)
• 1 tsp salt
• ½ tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp butter
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)

For the Creamy Herb Sauce:

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp sour cream (or Greek yogurt)
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
• 1 tsp dried oregano or mixed herbs
• 1 small garlic clove (grated)
• Salt & pepper to taste

👩‍🍳 Step-by-Step Method

Step 1: Prepare the Fish

1. Wash and pat dry the fish completely (very important for crispiness).
2. Cut into thick strips or large chunks like in the picture.
3. In a bowl, add:
   • Salt
   • Black pepper
   • Paprika
   • Chili flakes
   • Garlic powder
   • Lemon juice
5. Gently mix and coat evenly.
6. Let marinate for 15–20 minutes.

Step 2: Make the Creamy Herb Sauce

1. In a small bowl, combine:
   • Mayonnaise
   • Sour cream
   • Lemon juice
   • Parsley
   • Oregano
   • Grated garlic
3. Mix until smooth.
4. Adjust salt and pepper.
5. Refrigerate until serving (cold sauce tastes better!).