How to Make the Perfect Golden Seared Cod with Herb Butter Sauce in 7 Simple Steps
This recipe provides a simple method for searing cod to golden perfection and complementing it with a flavorful herb butter sauce.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 6 oz fillets Cod Fillets Skin on or off, your choice.
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil is recommended
- 4 tablespoons Butter Unsalted.
- 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley Chopped.
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed.
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt To taste.
- 0.25 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly ground, to taste.
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Carefully place the cod fillets in the hot skillet and sear for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the cod from the skillet and set aside. Reduce heat to medium.
- Add butter to the skillet and let it melt. Add minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
- Stir in fresh parsley and lemon juice. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Pour the herb butter sauce over the seared cod and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with your favorite sides such as roasted vegetables, rice, or potatoes. Enjoy!