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Lemon Garlic Butter Cod

Lemon Garlic Butter Cod: A Quick, Zesty Seafood Delight

This Lemon Garlic Butter Cod combines tender fish and rich sauce in under 30 minutes, creating a low-carb, flavorful dish perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 300
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Fish
  • 4 pieces Cod fillets (about 5 oz each) Can substitute with halibut, haddock, or tilapia.
For the Sauce
  • 3 tablespoons Unsalted butter Opt for high-quality butter for the best taste.
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil Any neutral cooking oil can be a substitute.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh gives the best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh lemon juice Lime juice or white wine vinegar can be alternatives.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon zest Enhances the overall flavor.
  • Salt Use kosher salt for optimal flavor.
  • Pepper Use freshly cracked black pepper for best results.
  • 2 tablespoons Chopped fresh parsley Fresh thyme or dill can also work.

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • fish spatula

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper. Set aside.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat and add cod fillets. Cook for 2–3 minutes until golden-brown, then flip and cook for another 2–3 minutes until slightly undercooked. Remove from skillet.
  3. Lower heat and melt butter in the same skillet, then add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  4. Stir in lemon juice and zest into the buttery garlic mixture and let simmer for 1 minute.
  5. Return the cod fillets to the skillet and spoon sauce over them. Simmer for an additional 2–3 minutes until fish flakes easily.
  6. Garnish with parsley and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 600mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, pat the fish dry before cooking and do not overcrowd the skillet. Use quality butter for a richer sauce.

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