Name: Lemon Garlic Butter Cod with Crispy Skin
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients: 4 cod fillets (6 oz each); 3 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 tbsp olive oil; 4 cloves garlic (minced); 3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice; Zest of 1 lemon; Salt and pepper (to taste); 2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

Description

A delightful lemon garlic butter cod with crispy skin that elevates a simple meal into a flavorful culinary experience.

Ingredients

4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
3 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp olive oil
4 cloves garlic (minced)
3 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
Salt and pepper (to taste)
2 tbsp fresh parsley (chopped)

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Instructions

Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter and olive oil together. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
Place the seasoned cod fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
Gently flip the fillets, pour in lemon juice, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish flakes easily.
Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley and lemon zest, then serve immediately.

Notes

For an extra flavor boost, consider adding red pepper flakes while sautéing the garlic or mixing parsley into the garlic butter before adding the cod.