Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Lemon Garlic Butter Cod with Crispy Skin, where buttery richness meets zesty lemon for an irresistible dish. The golden, crispy skin adds a delightful crunch, making this recipe perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. With simple ingredients and easy preparation, this dish promises a culinary experience that will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6 oz) cod fillets
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare your workspace by gathering all ingredients and preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Pat cod fillets dry and season both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat; add cod fillets skin-side down and cook until the skin is golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes.
- Reduce heat to medium-low; add butter and minced garlic around the fillets. Spoon melted butter over the fish to infuse flavor.
- Sprinkle lemon zest on top and squeeze fresh lemon juice before removing from heat.
- Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven; bake for an additional 5-7 minutes until cod flakes easily with a fork.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
Keywords: For a variation, swap cod with salmon or halibut. Enhance flavor by adding fresh herbs like dill or parsley. Ensure the skillet is hot enough before adding fish for perfect crispiness.