Okay, so today I whipped up this pan-fried cod with lemon butter sauce, and let me tell you, it was a breeze to make and tasted like something you’d get at a fancy restaurant.
First things first, I gathered my ingredients. I had some nice cod fillets, about 1 inch thick. Then I also grabbed some flour, salt, pepper, butter, a lemon, and some fresh parsley ’cause why not add a little green, right?
I started by prepping the cod. I patted the fillets dry with paper towels – gotta get rid of that excess moisture, you know? Then I seasoned them generously with salt and pepper. After that, I dusted each fillet lightly with flour. This helps get that nice golden crust we all love.
- Heated up a good amount of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. You want it hot enough so the fish sizzles when it hits the pan.
- Once the butter was melted and bubbly, I carefully placed the cod fillets in the pan.
- I cooked them for about 4-5 minutes on each side. The key here is not to move them around too much. Let them sit and develop that beautiful crust.
- While the fish was cooking, I whisked together some melted butter, lemon juice, and chopped parsley in a small bowl to make the sauce.
- Once the cod was cooked through and flaky, I removed it from the pan and placed it on a plate.
- Then, I poured that delicious lemon butter sauce all over the fish.
Cooking Steps
And that’s it! Seriously, it was that simple. The cod was perfectly cooked, with a crispy exterior and tender, flaky inside. That lemon butter sauce? Forget about it! It was tangy, buttery, and just the right amount of richness to complement the fish. I served this with some roasted asparagus, and it was a hit! Even my picky little sister loved it. So if you’re looking for an easy, impressive meal to make, give this pan-fried cod a try. You won’t regret it!
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