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Lemon Garlic Butter Cod with Crispy Skin

Irresistibly Easy Lemon Garlic Butter Cod with Crispy Skin

This Lemon Garlic Butter Cod with Crispy Skin is a quick, flavorful dish perfect for impressing guests or treating yourself.
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Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Keyword: Cod Recipe, Crispy Skin, Easy Seafood, Lemon Garlic Butter Cod, quick dinner
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 300kcal

Equipment

  • Skillet

Ingredients

For the Fish

  • 4 fillets Cod Substitute with firm white fish like halibut or haddock if unavailable.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust based on taste preferences.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground is best for flavor.

For the Cooking Fat

  • 4 tablespoons Unsalted Butter Provides richness and depth of flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil is a healthy alternative.

For the Flavoring

  • 4 cloves Garlic Minced; always use fresh garlic.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed juice elevates the dish.
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Avoid bottled zest for a fresher taste.

For Garnish

  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped; substitute with dill or cilantro if desired.

Instructions

Cooking Instructions

  • Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels to ensure crispy skin.
  • Season both sides of the fillets with salt and pepper.
  • In a skillet over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter and olive oil until bubbly.
  • Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Place the cod fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is crispy.
  • Gently flip the cod fillets, pour in the lemon juice, and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • Remove from heat, sprinkle with fresh parsley and lemon zest, and serve immediately.

Notes

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables or rice pilaf for a complete meal.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fillet | Calories: 300kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 450mg | Potassium: 600mg | Vitamin A: 400IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 0.5mg