Description
Lemon Garlic Butter Cod with Crispy Skin is a delightful seafood dish that promises a burst of flavor in every bite. This quick and easy recipe features tender cod fillets enveloped in a rich lemon-garlic butter sauce, crowned with a crispy skin that adds an irresistible crunch. Perfect for busy weeknights or special occasions, this dish will impress your family and friends, making it a go-to for any dinner table.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Juice and zest of 1 fresh lemon
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley or thyme for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet over medium heat.
- Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- In the hot skillet, melt 2 tbsp of butter with 1 tbsp of olive oil until bubbly.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Place the seasoned cod fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4–5 minutes until crispy and golden brown. Flip carefully to avoid breaking the fillets.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over the fillets, adding another tablespoon of butter. Cook for an additional minute until bubbly.
- Serve immediately, garnished with fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 90mg