Description
A simple and delicious pan-seared cod with a fresh lemon twist. Perfect for a quick and healthy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1 lemon (juiced and zested)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)
Instructions
- Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the cod fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
- Add minced garlic and lemon zest to the pan, cook for 30 seconds.
- Drizzle lemon juice over the cod and garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh cod for the best texture.
- Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure even cooking.
- Serve immediately for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg