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Garlic Butter Cod

Irresistibly Easy Garlic Butter Cod You'll Want Tonight

This Garlic Butter Cod is a quick, elegant dish that transforms simple ingredients into a gourmet meal in just 20 minutes.
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Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Keyword: easy cod recipe, Garlic Butter Cod, healthy seafood, one pan dish, quick fish dinner
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Calories: 301kcal

Equipment

  • non-stick skillet

Ingredients

For the Cod

  • 4-5 oz Cod Fillets skinless, boneless
  • ⅓ cup Plain Flour for coating
  • 1 teaspoon Salt for seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon Black Pepper to taste

For the Sauce

  • 4 tablespoon Unsalted Butter for sauce and frying
  • 2 cloves Garlic (Fresh) finely diced
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder for enhanced flavor
  • 2 tablespoon Olive Oil for frying
  • ½ cup Vegetable Stock for sauce base

Finishing Touches

  • 2 tablespoon Fresh Parsley finely diced
  • 1 each Lemon cut into wedges

Instructions

Step-by-Step Instructions

  • Start by patting the cod fillets dry with kitchen paper, removing any excess moisture.
  • In a shallow dish, combine the plain flour, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix thoroughly.
  • Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat with olive oil and a tablespoon of butter.
  • Fry coated cod fillets for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown and opaque.
  • Sauté finely diced garlic in the same pan for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  • Pour in the vegetable stock and stir in the remaining butter, simmering until thickened.
  • Stir in resting juices from the cod, return fillets to pan, and baste with sauce for 1-2 minutes.
  • Plate the cod, squeeze fresh lemon juice on top, and garnish with parsley.

Notes

Always use fresh garlic for better flavor. Adjust cooking times for optimal doneness.

Nutrition

Serving: 1fillet | Calories: 301kcal | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 23g | Saturated Fat: 10g | Monounsaturated Fat: 20g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 600mg | Potassium: 500mg | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 0.5mg