Description
A delightful dish featuring flaky cod coated in a crispy Parmesan crust, complemented by a vibrant lemon butter sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried parsley
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 4 tbsp unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
- 1/4 tsp salt
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Mix together the grated Parmesan cheese, panko breadcrumbs, garlic powder, parsley, salt, and black pepper to create the crust mixture.
- Pat the cod fillets dry and brush both sides with olive oil.
- Press the fillets firmly into the Parmesan mixture, ensuring an even coating.
- Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat.
- Cook the coated cod fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).
- Melt the unsalted butter over medium heat in a small saucepan.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Pour in the fresh lemon juice and add salt, then simmer for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Serve the cod fillets hot, drizzled with the lemon butter sauce, and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices if desired.
Notes
Use freshly grated Parmesan for better melting and flavor. Consider serving on a bed of sautéed vegetables or alongside a light salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Parmesan cod, lemon butter sauce, seafood recipe, fish dish, elegant dinner
