How to Make Butter-Basted Fish Fillets with Garlic and Thyme

Host Bridget Lancaster cooks the easiest Butter-Basted Fish Fillets with Garlic and Thyme.
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[@SleepyArcticBirds-ft4lb]

This is a tried & true way of cooking fish filets. Exactly how we do in the Florida Keys❤(secret is to not over cook)

[@robyoung9968]

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[@tg-nu1xc]

I used this recipe with halibut and first time out it was an absolute a home run. Your time and temperature directions were completely spot on. This will now be my favorite way to prepare halibut. Thank you Bridget.

[@scotttexasbornandbred1063]

I am totally in love with Bridgette. She is totally awesome and makes cooking look so simple as it should be. Keep up the great work.....

[@wurlitzer895]

That does look absolutely delicious. Beautifully cooked to perfection. Proof that truly good food can be simple and uncomplicated. Thank you so much!!

[@CreamyJalapeno]

I tried this tonight. Holy smokes this is a home run! The whole family loved it! Mom win!

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[@headfangs]

Do you mind if I ask how you cooked for more than two? Did you just make it in batches or were you able to fit more than two fillets in the pan?

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[@De.D1]

Did you use butter or ghee? Doesn't butter burn faster?

[@CreamyJalapeno]

@@De.D1 I used butter but I bet using ghee would be less stressful. I didn’t cook it long enough to burn at that point.

[@laughinoutloud2006]

I am enjoying when ATK posts individual segments. So much easier to reference.

[@siciliangypsy4758]

Looks delicious! And what I really love is the simplicity of this dish.

[@joelawley4143]

Another winning and delicious recipe. Thank you ATK for all that you do, You have definitely changed the way I cook. Your recipes are AMAZING. Update-- made this twice, you're absolutely right Bridget, delicious and a game changer... 🙂

[@tgc4204]

First time visitor. Clear and precise professional instructions.

[@sharonlane7605]

Straight forward and easy to understand instructions. Thankful that I could understand everything you said and it didn't need any translation (from a foreign language). This will be my next fish dish.

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[@maryrudelich9000]

Your recipe is what’s for dinner tonight. Thank you.

[@scottaloha8543]

Love the butter basting method and the temperature tip! I can't wait to try this! ATK never disappoints for the home cook!

[@b2b2dot0]

Beautiful looking dish, Cannot wait to try it. More fish and shellfish recipes!

[@Rixdog01]

Great presentation. No bologna, right to it. Clearly described and quite pleasant. Will watch other of her recipes.

[@MsJenniferinNYC]

I tried this recipe with a little twist to the seasoning and it was delish!!! Turned out juicy, tender and flavorful, yuuuummm!

[@sgtjarhead99]

Mouth watering. Have to try this.

[@jackiewalker7331]

I fixed this tonight wish I could add a photo.. this fish came out MAGAZINE WORTHY.. and AMAZING FLAVOR!!… #1 on my playlist.. such a fan!!

[@StickwithBrooklyn]

Thanks Bridget. I used what I had on hand which was Chilean Sea Bass. I used dried oregano which again is what I had on hand. Step by Step, I loved the buttery flavor. I love ATK. ❤❤❤

[@marcmadore4324]

Thank you! We used this method on a halibut filet and it came out truly amazing. So simple and delicious, our new favorite method to prepare fish.

[@lisacunningham154]

This is Fabulous, quick and easy. Thanks Bridget !

[@user-qt2sd4ws9m]

We don't even care for fish that much but this one keeps us coming back. My husband keeps asking for it😂

[@Miata822]

This worked really well. Used the remaining brown butter to whip up a quick pan sauce with a finely chopped shallot and a couple thinly sliced sweet peppers. Served over rice w/ steamed broccoli. Flavorful & reasonably healthy.

[@serendipia725]

I made it using your instructions. It came out awesome!!!!! Didn’t have thyme, used rosemary. Fish I used was fresh gulf grouper. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@Kim-ek7xy]

That looks delicious! Cod is my favorite fish; definitely going to try this method. Thanks for sharing!

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its going to be great, my husband is going to be in home dialysis and I need to prepare him all your great recipes.! thank you.....

[@tomstestkitchen]

I love watching Bridget cook, you know she will always taste the end product.

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I tried this tonight, AMAZING! Perfect simple recipe. THANKS

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[@anairenemartinez165]

I am thinking French cooking, butter, lots of. JULIA CHILDS!

[@miriamalonoso3029]

Delicious, I love the texture. Thanks for cheering👍

[@coffeecake8835]

Bridget… you are a rock star!! 🏆

[@13soap13]

I made this last night as directed and it was just wonderful. Really important to use FRESH fish. Serve with rice and spoon pan juices over it!

[@Nclght]

To be clear and according to ATK , fresh fish , unless sourced locally, usually means "freshly frozen." Most fishing vessels freeze fish immediately upon hauling them in. Most fish markets simply thaw them out . So buying frozen fish can sometimes be fresher than the fresh fish at most markets.

[@vanessaibarra185]

I spooned juices all over steamed broccoli 🥦 😋

[@lenang9332]

You made this beautiful butter fish look juicy and tender. Thanks for your receipt 😊

[@SuperJimbell]

Recipe❤

[@tubularfrog]

Thanks Bridget for another amazing recipe with your secrets unveiled.

[@frydac]

'plump and juicy' indeed, really well explained, will try

[@judithgeldhauser7778]

Made it last night. Sooooo good! Like make-every-week good! Thank you

[@CRyan71]

I'm not even a big fish lover but I'm froughting at the mouth looking at this. Looks devine.

[@dannybrown1846]

I used this recipe on Red Snapper, had some brown rice on the side. It was amazing! Thank you for sharing this amazing recipe.

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Liked and subscribed 🎉🎉🎉 can't wait to get home and make this.

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Luv this recipe. Perfect every time.

[@greg6107]

Thank you, Bridget, awesome!

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[@angelg3000]

Looks delicious and pretty simple recipe. Thanks for sharing.

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Definitely on my 'must-do' list.

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I did this recipe tonight, nice! wonderfully simple!

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Got the water works running 🤤

[@josaczyn]

This looks outstanding and easy! Will make this weekend!

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Thank you for an easy to make a delicious recipe!!❤❤

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[@jsharkeyiii]

Cooked my sea bass perfectly. Great recipe!

[@MyAppyLife]

Thank you! I'm going to try this recipe and use my Cuban Oregano. It has a lemony aroma to it and I've been looking for a recipe to try with it.

[@johnscanlan9335]

I recently started making cod for dinner and I really like it. It's a great fish and I'd love to see any additional cod recipes you may have.

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I have been watching Bridget cook for, I don't know, 15 ++years for more. Learned so much and love her presentation.

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[@carolbenson6524]

Looks absolutely delicious!!

[@billj6264]

Just made this today and it absolutely delicious. Thank for a great recipe

[@21ruevictorhugo]

I had just decided to learn how to cook white fish fillets and, there was your video! Yay! I so look forward to trying this. It looks absolutely delicious.

[@philippapay4352]

This is a fabulous, simple technique that is easy to remember and to judge readiness by the temperature of the cooking fish.

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Nice job, very well explained. Thanks …

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Best recipe ever!!! Thank you so much!!!

[@fshafly2]

I tried this with Northern Snakehead tonight - a keeper! Thanks so much for posting the recipe!

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[@bdll5129]

So glad I found this receipe so good and easy Thanks

[@raesberamagaga]

I have just made this receipt, it’s easy , simple and delicious. I did exactly you say but I used Kingklip fish .you made me change the way I cook fish . Thank you ❤

[@shirlaninc]

Cooking this shortly. Thank you for sharing!

[@deannamoore4354]

Thank you for that great recipe. It's now my go to cod loin recipe. It was moist and delicious.

[@msscamp100]

I'm going to have to try this! Thank you!

[@lm8366]

Tried this recipe out and it was fantastic. Thank you for sharing

[@sabyx5]

Wow, thank you for sharing. That looks totally delicious I always end up overcooking my fish before….

[@rachelrenee5604]

Perfect breakdown of a perfect recipe!

[@derekflessner4615]

This was one of the best fish recipes I've ever tried absolutely delicious thank you

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[@Cosette336]

I’ve made this a few times now and it’s amazing. Great flavor and the family loved it.

[@dogsbyfire]

Awesome video. You are a great teacher! Thank you.

[@Awareoftruth]

I did that last night Cod was so good and we enjoyed it very fast heathy meal 🥘 I added roasted baked sweet potato 🍠 and broccoli 🥦. Thanks it was good

[@carloswilliams7238]

it looks absolutely amazing

[@mackinacisland3825]

Making this tomorrow. Will update. Looks amazing.

[@lonlaehr3732]

Hey B, what a great recipe. Live in N. Wisconsin. Used walleye filets. Oh my Gosh. Just wonderful. Thanks so much !!!

[@aurylynch808]

Loved it

[@fredmousel8636]

Thanks Bridget. I will try this.

[@carolynharris2733]

Wow, this recipe is fantastic coming from someone who is not crazy about fish. Will definitly make this again. Thankyou, Bridgette.

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[@sethblanchette1742]

So perfect and delicious. spot on recipe love you guys.

[@reyinfante5553]

I need to eat more fish. Your explanation are thorough and complete and ingredients are simple (not with a ton of fancy ingredients). Thanks.

[@gracesun3448]

Perfectly cooked,thanks for sharing

[@miaomiaotoo]

Simple & looks delicious! Thank you

[@ito2876]

Bridget is awesome!!!!

[@patriciaburgess7311]

I love you!!! You’re my friend- I needed this, omgggg!!! Now my cod will be A1. Trying this tonight!💃🏾💃🏾💃🏾

[@aritrabiswas]

Thank you for this recipe. This was indeed a quick way to make great fried fish.

[@lindachick8889]

Oooh its so good 😊

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Thanks for those great tips!

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I'm going to try this right away now!!! Yum. Thanks for the video!

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This sounds and looks delicious I most definitely try this 😋

[@TastyTable101]

Looks so delicious! It is good to have a nice dinner with it! Thank you for your beautiful presentation of recipe in video!

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Thank you for sharing with us beautiful explanations I will try to cook your way ❤❤❤

[@ghanyathomas9538]

First time cooking cod fish. No bones and I love the texture. Super easy, quick and DELICIOUS! 👍🏾

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[@oliveoyal]

I‘m actually pretty decent at cooking fish, i.e. not overcooking -but this classic brown butter basting wasn’t part of my repertoire. Now it is. Thanks for the clear explanations and demonstration.

[@Revelwoodie]

I've been butter basting most pan seared meats lately. Try it with chicken, too.

[@frankuvlkan]

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[@davidwestfall4121]

I had better start growing some thyme.

[@joycemiller7908]

Wow, made my mouth water!

[@luckymedelight]

Thank you for this recipe. I always love watching you guys cook. I was hoping If you guys can do a series on how to cook with Frozen Cream Dory Fish.

[@mikeb258]

I did this with Sea Bass. Perfect!

[@Dodiesports]

Thank you for your great recipes.