Description
Indulge in the delight of pan-fried cod with lemon butter sauce, a dish that effortlessly combines elegance and simplicity. In just 25 minutes, you can serve up tender, flaky cod fillets bathed in a rich, zesty lemon butter sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. This recipe not only pleases the palate but also boasts impressive nutritional benefits thanks to lean cod and fresh herbs. Pair it with your favorite sides like fluffy rice pilaf or a vibrant salad for a complete meal that will surely impress family and guests alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, tarragon)
Instructions
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Cook the seasoned cod fillets for 4-5 minutes on one side until opaque; flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until flaky.
- Remove the fish and reduce heat to medium. Add butter to the skillet to melt, then stir in lemon juice and adjust seasoning.
- Pour the sauce over the cod fillets before serving immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with sauce (150g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 460mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg