Easy Lemon Butter Cod Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Fish and Seasonings
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4 skinless cod fillets (6 oz each), about 1-inch thick
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All-purpose flour - 1 tablespoon
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Sweet paprika - 1/2 teaspoon
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Onion powder - 1/2 teaspoon
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Dried thyme - 1/4 teaspoon
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Dried oregano - 1/4 teaspoon
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A pinch of cayenne pepper (1/8 teaspoon)
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Sea salt - 3/4 teaspoon, or to your taste
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Freshly cracked black pepper - 3/4 teaspoon
→ Sauce Ingredients
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Danish Creamery Butter - 5 tablespoons, divided into pieces
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Good quality olive oil - 1 tablespoon
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Fresh garlic, finely minced - 1 tablespoon
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Low-sodium chicken broth - 1 1/2 tablespoons
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Fresh lemon juice - 1 1/2 tablespoons
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Fresh parsley, chopped - 1 tablespoon
# Instructions:
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Create your seasoning blend by mixing flour, paprika, onion powder, thyme, oregano, cayenne, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Coat both sides of your cod fillets generously with this flavorful mixture.
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Get your non-stick skillet nice and hot over medium-high heat, then add 1 tablespoon each of butter and olive oil until the butter melts and starts to bubble.
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Carefully place your seasoned cod in the hot pan and let it sear until it develops a beautiful golden crust, about 3-4 minutes. Flip and cook the other side until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
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Lower the heat to medium-low and add the remaining 4 tablespoons of butter to the same pan. Once melted, add the minced garlic and cook just until fragrant, about 15 seconds - be careful not to brown it! Take the pan off the heat and carefully add the chicken broth and lemon juice (watch out for the steam!).
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Pour your warm lemon butter sauce over the cod fillets, sprinkle with fresh parsley, and serve right away while everything's still hot and delicious.
# Notes:
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This recipe creates a restaurant-quality fish dish with perfectly flaky cod and a rich, buttery sauce.
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For the best results, make sure your cod fillets are similar in thickness for even cooking.