Easy Lemon Butter Cod Recipe
This easy Lemon Butter Cod Recipe is perfect for anyone who loves Whitefish. The Pacific cod is coated in a flavorful crust made with flour, paprika, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, seasoning salt, and black pepper. The fish is then cooked in a pan with butter and olive oil until it's perfectly done. While the cod rests, a delectable sauce is made using butter, minced garlic, chicken stock, and freshly squeezed lemon juice. The sauce is reduced to perfection, adding an extra burst of flavor to the dish. With only 265 calories and 24 grams of protein, this recipe is both delicious and nutritious. Serve the Lemon Butter Cod with a drizzle of sauce and enjoy!
Ingredients:
- Flour
- Paprika
- Onion powder
- Thyme
- Oregano
- Cayenne pepper
- Seasoning salt
- Black pepper
- Pacific cod fillets
- Butter
- Olive oil
- Minced garlic
- Chicken stock
- Lemon
Cooking steps:
- Preheat the oven and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix together flour, paprika, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne pepper, seasoning salt, and black pepper.
- Pat the Pacific cod fillets dry and coat them generously with the seasoning mixture on both sides.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a pan over medium to high heat.
- Cook the cod fillets for about 3 to 4 minutes on each side or until they are cooked through and have a golden crust.
- Remove the cooked cod from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add more butter, minced garlic, chicken stock, and squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
- Let the sauce reduce until it thickens slightly.
- Serve the Lemon Butter Cod with a drizzle of the sauce and enjoy!