Bright & Buttery Lemon-Garlic Cod
A bright and simple dish that cooks quickly and features fresh lemon and warm garlic flavors, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds cod fillets, skinless About 4 fillets
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 whole lemon — zest and juice
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley Optional
- as needed Lemon slices for garnish Optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Pat the cod dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat butter and olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds until fragrant; do not brown.
Cooking
- Place cod in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until opaque and flakes easily.
- Spoon pan juices, garlic, and lemon juice over the fish while cooking.
- Remove from heat, sprinkle lemon zest and parsley on top, and serve right away.
Notes
Serve hot for best texture. Pair with steamed or roasted vegetables, rice, quinoa, or a simple green salad with vinaigrette. For leftover storage, cool quickly and refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat gently.