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how to cook cod fish: 5 Simple Steps for Flaky Perfection

  • Author: ushinzomr
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A simple and delicious recipe for cooking cod fish that results in a flaky, flavorful meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cod fillets, skinless
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 lemon, sliced
  • Fresh parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Once the oil is hot, add the cod fillets to the skillet.
  4. Cook the fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
  5. During the last minute of cooking, add lemon slices to the skillet to caramelize.
  6. Remove the fillets from the skillet and place them on a serving plate.
  7. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with the caramelized lemon slices.
  • Category: Main Course
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Calories: 180
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 9
  • Carbohydrates: 0
  • Protein: 24

Keywords: how to cook cod fish, pan-seared cod, cod fish recipe, easy cod recipe

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