Lemon Butter Cod
November 9, 2024 • 0 comments
This quick and easy Lemon Butter Cod is perfect for a weeknight dinner. With a handful of ingredients, you’ll get a flavorful and tender dish in just about 15 minutes. The tangy lemon and rich butter bring out the natural taste of our cod filets!
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- Servings: 2
Ingredients
- (2 Filets) Pacific Cod Filets
- Salt and Pepper, to taste
- (2 Tbsp.) Butter
- (1 clove) Minced Garlic
- (1 lemon (2 Tbsp)) Lemon Juice
- (1 Lemon) Lemon Zest (optional)
- (1 tsp.) Dried Parsley
Directions
- Season the cod: Sprinkle salt and pepper on both sides of the cod filets.
- Cook the cod: Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add cod filets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden and cooked through. Remove and set aside.
- Make lemon butter sauce: In the same skillet, melt the butter. Add garlic, cooking until fragrant (about 1 minute). Stir in lemon zest and juice.
- Combine: Return cod to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top for about 1-2 minutes.
- Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve warm and enjoy!
Enjoy this simple and delicious dish with your favorite side like rice and asparagus!
