Pan-Fried Drum with Lemon Butter

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Pan-Fried Drum with Lemon Butter is a popular seafood dish featuring the firm, white-fleshed croaker fish (often called 'drum' or 'corvina'). The fish fillets are lightly seasoned, pan-fried until golden, and finished with a bright, rich sauce made from butter, fresh lemon juice, and often garlic or herbs. This preparation is common in coastal cuisines, particularly in the Mediterranean and parts of Asia, where fresh seafood is a staple.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is a high-protein, moderate-fat meal with minimal carbohydrates. It provides excellent lean protein, omega-3 fatty acids, and key nutrients like selenium and vitamin B12. A typical serving contains approximately 350-450 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	34 g
Carbs	2 g
Fat	26 g
Fiber	0.5 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	320 mg
Vitamin B12	4.5 µg
Selenium	42 µg
Phosphorus	280 mg
Niacin (B3)	5.2 mg
Potassium	380 mg
Omega-3 (EPA+DHA)	0.4 g
Vitamin D	1.2 µg
Magnesium	35 mg

Per 1 fillet (150 g) with sauce · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

The name 'drum' comes from the unique sound male croaker fish can make by vibrating their swim bladders with special muscles. Nutritionally, the lemon butter sauce not only adds flavor but the lemon juice helps increase the absorption of iron from the fish.