Description
Savor DELICIOUS lemon garlic butter cod featuring crispy skin Quick recipe for a mouthwatering dinner elevating your weeknight meals effortlessly
4 pieces (6 oz each) of cod fillets
4 tablespoons of butter
4 cloves of garlic, minced
2 tablespoons of lemon juice, freshly squeezed
1 teaspoon of lemon zest
2 tablespoons of fresh parsley, chopped
Salt and pepper to taste
1 teaspoon of paprika
Begin by patting the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
In a large skillet, melt 2 tablespoons of butter over medium-high heat and sear the cod skin-side down for 4-5 minutes.
Flip the cod fillets gently with a spatula and add the minced garlic, stir for 30 seconds.
Add the remaining butter, lemon juice, and lemon zest into the pan, spooning the mixture over the fish.
Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cod flakes easily with a fork and garnish with chopped parsley before serving.
Notes
A gourmet dish of Lemon Garlic Butter Cod with a crispy skin that tantalizes the taste buds.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 360 kcal
- Fat: 23 g
- Carbohydrates: 4 g
- Protein: 32 g
Keywords: Lemon Garlic Butter Cod, Crispy Skin Cod, Seafood Recipes, Easy Dinner
