Savory Garlic Butter Cod

Here’s a Savory Garlic Butter Cod recipe that’s quick, flavorful, and not heavy:

🐟 Savory Garlic Butter Cod

Ingredients

• 4 cod fillets

• Salt & black pepper, to taste

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 3 tbsp butter

• 4 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• Optional: chopped parsley or dill

Instructions

1. Pat cod dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

3. Sear the cod for 3–4 minutes per side until lightly golden and flakes easily. Remove and set aside.

4. Lower heat, add butter to the skillet, then stir in garlic. Cook about 30 seconds (don’t let it burn).

5. Add lemon juice, stir, then return cod to the pan.

6. Spoon sauce over the fish and cook 1–2 more minutes.

7. Garnish with parsley or dill and serve immediately.

Serving ideas

• Pair with roasted veggies or rice

• Add a side salad for a light meal

If you want, I can give you a baked, creamy, or one-pan lemon version too.