Lemon Butter Cod
This lemon butter cod is a light and flavorful quick dinner that comes together in just 15 minutes from start to finish. Flaky cod fillets are basted in a bright lemony butter sauce that feels elegant without any effort.
Flaky cod in a bright lemon butter sauce ready in 15 minutes.
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Instructions
Season the Cod
Pat cod fillets dry and season both sides generously with salt pepper and dried parsley. Drying the fish ensures even browning during cooking.
Sear the Fillets
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium high heat. Add cod and cook for 3 to 4 minutes per side until golden and the fish flakes easily with a fork.
Make Lemon Butter Sauce
Remove cod and add remaining butter garlic lemon juice and zest to the same pan. Stir and cook for 1 minute until fragrant and combined into a glossy sauce.
Plate and Serve
Spoon lemon butter sauce generously over the cod fillets and serve immediately with your favorite quick sides.
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