Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium-low heat.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
- Place cod fillets in the skillet and spoon butter over the top.
- Cook for about 6-8 minutes or until the cod is opaque and flakes easily.
- Carefully flip the fillets to crisp the other side for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- Drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with parsley before serving.
Notes
- Do not overcrowd the skillet to ensure the cod crisps up nicely.
- Use a thermometer to check the internal temperature; it should reach 145°F.
- This dish pairs well with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Poaching
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg