Description
This Pan Fried Cod Fish recipe is a delicious and quick way to prepare tender cod fillets. With a crispy outer coating and moist, flaky fish inside, this dish is perfect for a light and flavorful meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Cod Fillets:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
Seasoning:
- Salt and pepper to taste
Breading Mixture:
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
For Cooking:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
Garnish:
- 1 lemon (cut into wedges)
- Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the Cod: Pat the cod fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Coat with Seasoned Flour: Mix flour, paprika, and garlic powder in a dish. Dredge the cod fillets in the flour mixture.
- Cook the Cod: Heat oil in a skillet, add butter, and cook the fillets until golden and flaky.
- Serve: Garnish with lemon wedges and parsley. Enjoy!
Notes
- Enhance the flavor with a squeeze of fresh lemon juice after cooking.
- Pair with steamed vegetables, rice, or a light salad for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 36g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
