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Lemon Butter Barramundi

Lemon Butter Barramundi

with Pistachio Rice & Chili-Roasted Carrots
4.5(17.8K)
Michelle Doll Olson
Michelle Doll OlsonUpdated on June 09, 2026
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540 kcal
36g
35 minutes
:
  • Tree Nuts
  • Fish

1 unit

Veggie Stock Concentrate

12 ounce

Carrot

½ cup

Jasmine Rice

1 ounce

Pistachios

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1 unit

Lemon

10 ounce

Barramundi

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1 teaspoon

Chili Flakes

2 unit

Scallions

1 tablespoon

Tunisian Spice Blend

teaspoon (tsp)

Salt

teaspoon (tsp)

Black Pepper

Calories540 kcal
Fat14 g
Saturated Fat3 g
Carbohydrate68 g
Sugar13 g
Dietary Fiber9 g
Protein36 g
Cholesterol75 mg
Sodium380 mg
Potassium1290 mg
Calcium100 mg
Iron2.1 mg
Zester
Baking Sheet
Peeler
Small pot
Large Pan
Small Bowl
Paper Towel

Prep
1

Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425 degrees. Wash and dry all produce. Trim and thinly slice scallions, separating whites from greens. Zest and quarter lemon (for 4 servings, zest 1 lemon and quarter both).

Roast Carrots
2

Trim, peel, and cut carrots on a diagonal into ½-inch-thick pieces. Toss on a baking sheet with a large drizzle of olive oil and a pinch of chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Roast on top rack, flipping halfway through, until lightly browned and tender, 20-25 minutes.

Cook Rice
3

While carrots roast, melt 1 TBSP butter in a small pot over medium-high heat. Add scallion whites; cook until slightly softened, 1 minute. Add rice, ¾ cup water (1½ cups for 4 servings), and a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil; cover and reduce heat to low. Cook until rice is tender, 15-18 minutes. Keep covered off heat until ready to serve.

Toast Nuts and Cook Fish
4

Meanwhile, heat a large, preferably nonstick, pan over medium-high heat. Add pistachios; cook, stirring, until lightly toasted, 2-3 minutes. Transfer to a small bowl. Pat barramundi dry with paper towels; season with salt and pepper. Season flesh sides with half the Tunisian Spice (use all for 4). Add a large drizzle of olive oil to same pan over medium-high heat. Add barramundi skin sides down; cook until skin is crispy, 4-5 minutes. Flip and cook until fish is opaque and cooked through, 2-3 minutes more. (TIP: Lower heat if spice starts to burn.) Turn off heat; transfer to a plate. Wipe out pan.

Make Sauce
5

Heat same pan over medium-high heat. Add stock concentrate, a squeeze of lemon juice, and ¼ cup water (⅓ cup for 4 servings). Cook, stirring, until slightly reduced, 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat; stir in lemon zest to taste and 2 TBSP butter (3 TBSP for 4) until melted. Taste and season with salt, pepper, and more lemon juice if desired.

Finish and Serve
6

Fluff rice with a fork; stir in pistachios and any remaining lemon zest. Divide rice, carrots, and barramundi between plates. Top barramundi with sauce. Sprinkle with scallion greens. Serve with any remaining lemon wedges on the side.

  • Flavor: Many enjoyed the barramundi, finding it delicious and a great introduction to this type of fish.
  • Ease of prep: The recipe was easy to put together, making it a convenient choice for a tasty meal.
  • Suggestions: Consider skipping the pistachios in the rice if you prefer; some found them unnecessary.
  • Portions: Some felt the fish portions were on the smaller side; consider adding extra protein if needed.
  • Sides: While the carrots were delicious for some, others wished for more variety in vegetable options.

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Kim BorlandCooked for 2 people
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