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Lemon Butter Cod Recipe

Lemon Butter Cod recipe with buttery sauce and garnished lemon slices.
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A light and flaky cod fillet pan-seared to perfection and finished with a vibrant lemon butter sauce. Quick, easy, and elegant enough for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 4 (6 oz each) cod fillets, skinless, about 1-inch thick
  • 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1/4 tsp dried oregano
  • 1/8 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 3/4 tsp salt, or to taste
  • 3/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 5 Tbsp Danish Creamery Butter, cut into 1 Tbsp pieces, divided
  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 Tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp low-sodium chicken broth
  • 1 1/2 Tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 1 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

  1. Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper, then lightly dust with flour.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add cod fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and flaky. Remove from skillet and set aside.
  4. Reduce heat to medium. Add remaining 3 tablespoons of butter to the skillet.
  5. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. Pour in broth and lemon juice, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan.
  7. Simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce slightly reduces.
  8. Stir in lemon zest and parsley.
  9. Return cod fillets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Cook for 1 more minute to heat through.
  10. Garnish with additional parsley and lemon slices before serving.

Notes

  • Do not overcrowd the skillet to ensure a good sear on the cod.
  • For a thicker sauce, mix 1 teaspoon of cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of water and add to the sauce while simmering.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables, rice, or roasted potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.
  • Fresh cod works best, but frozen cod can be used if thawed completely and patted dry.

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Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/lemon-butter-cod-recipe/

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