Pan Fried Cod

Pan Fried Cod

This is a very quick, one pan, stove top recipe, with only a few ingredients that makes a healthy and quick meal after a long day at the office, or a long day on the boat! And if you caught your own, you definitely get the gold star for the day!!!

Prep Time – 5 minutes; Cook Time – 5 minutes; Serves 4

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 pounds cod (4 fillets)
• 2 teaspoons smoked paprika ( but regular paprika will do!)
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• ⅛ teaspoon celery seed
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon butter (or olive oil, for dairy-free)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• Finely chopped Italian parsley, for garnish

Instructions:

1.  In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, celery seed, and salt. Pat the cod dry and sprinkle all sides with the seasoning.

2.  Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the butter and olive oil. When butter is melted, add the cod and cook for 2 minutes. (If making dairy free, heat just the olive oil)

3.  Flip the cod and pour the lemon juice over the fish. Cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the cod is tender and starts to flake when you prick it with a fork. Remove from the heat and sprinkle with the parsley. Serve immediately, drizzled with the juices from the pan. Pairs nicely with a green vegetable such as green beans, broccoli or asparagus. 

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