Irresistible Lemon Garlic Butter Cod Ready in 30 Minutes

This Irresistible Lemon Garlic Butter Cod is a quick and healthy dinner option, bursting with flavor, ready in just 30 minutes.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 fillets

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: American

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Fish

4 fillets Cod or substitute with halibut or haddock
to taste Salt kosher recommended
to taste Pepper freshly cracked black recommended

For the Sauce

4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter high-quality for best flavor
1 tablespoon Olive Oil for searing
3 cloves Garlic minced
3 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice or substitute with lime or vinegar
1 teaspoon Lemon Zest

For Garnish

2 tablespoons Chopped Fresh Parsley

Equipment

skillet

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil until shimmering.
Sear the cod fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
Reduce heat to medium and add butter to the skillet, allowing it to melt.
Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 30 seconds.
Stir in lemon juice and lemon zest, and let simmer for about 1 minute.
Return the cod to the skillet and spoon the sauce over the fillets, simmering for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Garnish with chopped parsley and a squeeze of extra lemon juice before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 30gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cod fillets are patted dry before seasoning and avoid overcrowding the skillet for even cooking.

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