Pan-Seared Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce

A delicious and healthy main dish featuring tender cod fillets cooked to perfection and served with a tangy lemon butter sauce.

Main Dish
Easy 15 min 250 cal
Steps

  1. Season the cod fillet with salt and pepper on both sides.
  2. In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
  3. Add the cod fillet to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the fish is opaque and easily flakes with a fork.
  4. Remove the cod from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Add the lemon juice to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic and butter.
  7. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, until the sauce has slightly thickened.
  8. Pour the lemon butter sauce over the cooked cod fillet.
  9. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve hot.

Ingredients

  • 1 cod fillet
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • Juice of 1 lemon
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped

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