Lemon Herb Pan-Seared Cod

A light and flavorful main dish featuring tender cod fillet pan-seared with fresh herbs and a zesty lemon butter sauce. Perfect for a healthy and satisfying meal.

Steps

1. Pat the cod fillet dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. 2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. 3. Add the cod fillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until golden and crisp. 4. Flip the cod and add butter, garlic, parsley, and thyme to the pan. 5. Spoon the melted butter and herbs over the fish as it cooks for another 3-4 minutes until fully cooked and flaky. 6. Remove the cod from heat and squeeze lemon juice over the top. 7. Serve immediately with your choice of side.

1 cod fillet (about 150g) 1 tbsp olive oil 1 tbsp unsalted butter 1 garlic clove, minced 1 tsp fresh parsley, chopped 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves Juice of 1/2 lemon Salt and pepper to taste