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Lemon Garlic Butter Cod

Lemon Garlic Butter Cod: A Quick & Delicious Dinner Delight

Lemon Garlic Butter Cod is a quick and flavorful weeknight dinner option, showcasing flaky cod in a rich sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod substitute with halibut or tilapia if desired
  • to taste Salt kosher salt recommended
  • to taste Pepper freshly cracked pepper recommended
For the Sauce
  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter use high-quality for best taste
  • 2 tablespoons Olive oil for searing
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced, fresh garlic preferred
  • 1 lemon Fresh lemon juice squeeze from one lemon
  • 1 lemon Lemon zest zest before juicing
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the cod fillets by patting them dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat and sear the cod for 2-3 minutes on each side until lightly browned.
  3. Reduce heat, add unsalted butter to the skillet, and once melted, add minced garlic, stirring for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Add lemon juice and zest to the sauce and let it bubble gently for about 1 minute, stirring constantly.
  5. Return the seared cod to the skillet, spoon sauce over, and simmer for an additional 2-3 minutes until fish flakes easily.
  6. Serve the cod on plates, drizzled with sauce and garnished with parsley and a final squeeze of lemon.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 22gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, ensure cod is patted dry before seasoning and avoid overcooking.

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