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Lemon Garlic Butter Cod

15-Minute Lemon Garlic Butter Cod – Flawless & Flaky

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A simple and flavorful lemon garlic butter cod recipe that’s quick to prepare and perfect for a healthy meal.

  • Total Time: 13 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp lemon juice
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel.
  2. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat butter in a skillet over medium heat.
  4. Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds.
  5. Place cod fillets in the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side.
  6. Sprinkle lemon juice and zest over the cod.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • Use fresh cod for best results.
  • Adjust lemon juice to taste.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or rice.
  • Author: Clara
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 8 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Pan-Frying
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 fillet
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 0.5g
  • Sodium: 220mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 1g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg