Description
Golden seared cod with herb butter sauce is a delicious and elegant dish. The cod is cooked to perfection, creating a crispy exterior while remaining tender and flaky inside. The herb butter sauce adds a rich flavor that complements the fish beautifully.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
- Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Add the cod fillets and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- In a separate saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute.
- Stir in parsley, dill, and lemon juice.
- Remove the cod from the skillet and pour the herb butter sauce over the fillets.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Choose fresh cod for best results.
- Adjust herbs according to your preference.
- Serve with vegetables or rice for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-searing
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: golden seared cod with herb butter sauce