Description
Garlic Butter Cod is a quick and flavorful dish that brings the delightful taste of seafood to your table in just 15 minutes. The tender, pan-fried cod fillets are perfectly seasoned and coated in a rich garlic butter sauce that enhances their delicate flavor. This recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions when you need something impressive yet simple. Enjoy it on its own, over rice, or with steamed vegetables—this versatile dish will satisfy both fish lovers and novices alike.
Ingredients
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- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 5 small cod fillets
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp onion powder
- 1/4 tsp paprika
- Salt and black pepper (to taste)
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 tbsp chopped green onions (for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Pat the cod fillets dry and season with garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Sear the cod in the skillet for about 3–4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Add unsalted butter to the pan once flipped, allowing it to melt before adding minced garlic and lemon zest. Cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
- Remove the fish from the pan, garnish with green onions, and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 350mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg