Pan-Seared Cod with Fresh Herbs
A light and healthy seafood dish featuring tender cod fillets pan-seared to perfection and finished with a medley of fresh herbs. Quick, easy, and full of bright flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 18 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Pan-Seared
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh chives, chopped
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Carefully add the cod fillets to the pan, skin-side down if applicable. Cook for 3–4 minutes without moving, until golden brown.
- Flip the fillets and add butter and minced garlic to the pan. Cook for another 2–3 minutes, basting with the butter until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove the skillet from heat. Drizzle the fillets with lemon juice and sprinkle with fresh parsley, dill, and chives.
- Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.
Notes
- Ensure the pan is hot before adding fish to get a good sear.
- Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.
- This dish pairs well with rice, steamed vegetables, or a light salad.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
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