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Lemon Butter Cod Recipe

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This Lemon Butter Cod recipe is a quick and flavorful dish featuring tender cod fillets seared to a golden brown and topped with a zesty lemon butter sauce infused with garlic and fresh parsley. Ready in just 25 minutes, it's an easy yet elegant meal perfect for a weeknight dinner or special occasion.

Ingredients

Fish and Seasoning

  • 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

Butter Sauce

  • 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. Prepare the seasoning mix: In a small mixing bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, paprika, onion powder, dried thyme, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and freshly ground black pepper to create the seasoning blend for the cod.
  2. Season the cod fillets: Sprinkle and evenly spread the flour mixture over both sides of each cod fillet, ensuring the entire surface is coated using all of the flour mixture.
  3. Heat butter and oil: In a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat, melt 1 tablespoon of butter along with 1 tablespoon of olive oil to prepare for searing the fish.
  4. Sear the cod: Place the coated cod fillets in the hot skillet and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side until the fish is golden brown and cooked through; the cod should flake easily with a fork when done. Transfer the cooked fillets to serving plates.
  5. Lower heat and melt remaining butter: Reduce the burner temperature to medium-low and melt the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter in the same skillet to make the sauce.
  6. Sauté garlic: Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté just until fragrant and lightly deepened in color, about 15 seconds, taking care not to brown it.
  7. Make the lemon butter sauce: Remove the skillet from heat and carefully pour in the low-sodium chicken broth and fresh lemon juice, stirring gently; be cautious as the mixture will steam.
  8. Serve: Immediately pour the warm lemon butter sauce over the cooked cod fillets. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley and serve warm for optimal flavor.

Notes

  • Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor in the sauce.
  • Do not overcook the cod; it should flake easily but remain moist and tender.
  • Adjust seasoning salt and pepper to taste.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with a plant-based alternative and omit or replace chicken broth with vegetable broth.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

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