Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce
A quick, elegant dish that’s perfect for busy weeknights or impressing dinner guests. The tender fish pairs perfectly with the bright, creamy sauce—and it comes together in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets 6 oz each
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves minced
- 1/2 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Juice of 1 lemon about 3 tbsp
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Season both sides of the cod fillets with salt and pepper. Lightly coat them in flour, shaking off excess.
- Heat 1 tbsp butter in your skillet over medium-high. Once it sizzles, add the cod. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side until golden. Remove fish and set aside.
- Reduce heat to medium. Add garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Pour in broth and lemon juice, scraping up browned bits from the pan. Let it simmer 2-3 minutes to reduce slightly.
- Swirl in remaining butter, one tablespoon at a time, until the sauce becomes glossy. Stir in lemon zest, then return cod to the pan. Spoon sauce over fish and cook 1-2 minutes to warm through.