Pan-Seared Cod – Golden, Crispy, and Tender
Perfectly pan-seared cod with a crispy golden crust, tender flaky center, and rich garlic butter finish — a fast and flavorful dinner.
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets 6 oz each, boneless and skinless
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley chopped (optional for garnish)
Instructions
- Pat cod dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Sear cod for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
- Add butter and garlic, spooning over fish as it finishes cooking.
- Squeeze lemon juice over cod and garnish with parsley.
- Serve immediately.
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Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh off the pan.
- Pair with steamed vegetables, rice, or roasted potatoes.
- Works well with haddock or halibut as substitutes.