Lemon Garlic Butter Cod (Printable Version)
Tender cod fillets with crispy skin sautéed in a fragrant lemon garlic butter sauce - ready in under 15 minutes.
# Ingredients:
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4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
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3 tbsp unsalted butter
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1 tbsp olive oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
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Zest of 1 lemon
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Salt and pepper, to taste
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2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
# Steps:
01 -
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
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In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil together. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
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Place the seasoned cod fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
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Gently flip the fillets, pour in lemon juice, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish flakes easily.
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Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley and lemon zest, then serve immediately.