Pan-fried Cod with Lemon-Herb Butter Sauce
This easy yet elegant recipe showcases the mild and flaky cod fillets, accentuated by a zesty lemon-herb butter sauce. It's perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
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Preheat the Pan: Place a non-stick (or cast-iron) skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Season the Fish: While the pan is heating, pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
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Herb Choices: Feel free to mix and match herbs based on your preference or what you have on hand. Soft herbs work best
Skillet Temperature: Make sure the skillet is hot but not smoking to get a nice golden sear on the cod without burning it. That golden sear will create a gorgeous crisp crust on the fish.
Fish Testing: You can check if the fish is cooked by inserting a fork into the thickest part of the fillet; if it flakes easily, it’s done.
Sauce Consistency: If you prefer a thicker sauce, you can remove the cod fillets from the pan after cooking, then simmer the sauce to reduce it before spooning over the fish.
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This was such a great recipe. Super easy and delicious!
Yummy
I'm not a huge fan of cod (I thought), more of a salmon person. But we had a package of cod fillets, and I wanted something not bland. This was it and my husband wants me to do it again! I kept spooning the lemon butter over the fillets as they cooked, and it was delicious!
I loved the ease of this dish. I had yellow cherry tomatoes which I added to the sauce. The sauce was rich with a touch of sweetness from the tomatoes and a splash of Sherry wine
You are certainly doing dinner right! This looks absolutely delicious - I'm dying to dig into it. Love the additions of prosciutto and fennel.
Y-U-M!!! This looks like an elegant, high protein, and overall delicious dinner choice. I love the idea of fennel and proscuitto together!
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