Ingredients
4 cod filets, thawed and patted dry
Salt and pepper to taste
4 tablespoons butter, divided
2 large garlic cloves
Fresh parsley for topping
Instructions
1-First, pat the cod filets dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper as per the recipe.
2-Next, heat 3 tablespoons of butter in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until melted.
3-Then, add the cod filets and cook undisturbed for 3 minutes per side until they become golden and crispy.
4-After that, reduce the heat to medium-low, add the remaining 1 tablespoon butter and 2 large garlic cloves to the pan, and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
5-Finally, sprinkle fresh parsley, additional salt, and pepper on the cooked cod and serve it immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Last Step:
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🔥 Ensure the skillet is very hot before adding the fish to get a good sear and prevent sticking.
🧻 Pat the fish dry before cooking to help achieve a crispy exterior.
⏳ Avoid flipping the cod frequently; cook undisturbed for 3 to 4 minutes per side for best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Main Course
- Method: Pan-Searing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten-Free, Low-Carb
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod filet
- Calories: 293
- Sugar: 0.02g
- Sodium: 576mg
- Fat: 17g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0.5g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0.03g
- Protein: 16g
- Cholesterol: 417mg