Pan Fried Cod with Lemon Herb Butter Sauce
Pan Fried Cod with Lemon Herb Butter Sauce is a quick, gourmet dish that elevates your weeknight dinner. The tender cod is perfectly seared for a golden crust and topped with a zesty lemon herb butter sauce that brings brightness and richness to every bite. This delightful recipe pairs beautifully with rice, pasta, or salad, making it a versatile choice for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter (divided)
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 1 lemon
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh thyme
Instructions
- Rinse cod fillets under cold water and pat dry. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Dredge each fillet in flour, shaking off excess.
- In a large skillet over medium-high heat, melt 2 tbsp of butter until bubbling.
- Fry the cod for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.
- Remove the fish; lower heat to medium-low. Add remaining butter, lemon juice, zest, and herbs to the skillet, stirring to combine.
- Drizzle the sauce over the cooked cod and serve immediately.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (170g)
- Calories: 295
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 23g
- Cholesterol: 70mg