Pan-Seared Cod with Lemon Herb Butter

A simple yet flavorful main dish featuring tender cod fillet pan-seared to perfection and topped with a zesty lemon herb butter sauce. Perfect for a light and healthy meal.

Steps

1. Pat the cod fillet dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and pepper.
2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
3. Place the cod fillet in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden and cooked through.
4. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat.
5. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
6. Stir in chopped parsley and lemon juice, then remove from heat.
7. Drizzle the lemon herb butter over the cooked cod.
8. Garnish with a lemon wedge and serve immediately.