Pan Fried Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce
Indulge in the delightful simplicity of Pan Fried Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce, a dish that marries flaky cod fillets with a zesty, buttery sauce, making it perfect for both casual weeknight dinners and special gatherings. In just 25 minutes, you can create a gourmet experience that not only tantalizes the taste buds but also showcases vibrant colors on your dinner table. The combination of fresh herbs and citrus elevates this dish to new heights, ensuring that each bite is as impressive as it is delicious.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each, patted dry)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp finely chopped fresh herbs (parsley, dill, tarragon)
Instructions
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and chopped herbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Carefully add the seasoned cod fillets to the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until golden brown; flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes until opaque and flaky.
- Remove the fillets from the skillet; reduce heat to medium. Add butter to melt completely, then stir in lemon juice and additional herbs.
- Pour the lemon butter sauce over the cooked cod fillets and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 19g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg