Garlic Butter Roast Cod Recipe

Name: Garlic Butter Roast Cod
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 1/2 teaspoons flat leaf parsley minced; 1 large garlic clove peeled & minced; 1/2 shallot small, minced; 1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard; 1 tablespoon all purpose flour; 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice; salt; pepper; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 7 ounces skinless cod fillets; 2 slices prosciutto chopped & pan fried

Servings: persons

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 1/2 teaspoons flat leaf parsley minced
1 large garlic clove peeled & minced
1/2 shallot small, minced
1/4 teaspoon dijon mustard
1 tablespoon all purpose flour
1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
salt
pepper
1 tablespoon canola oil
7 ounces skinless cod fillets
2 slices prosciutto chopped & pan fried

1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.
2
Stir together the top 7 ingredients plus the salt & pepper in a small bowl and set aside.
3
Heat canola oil in an ovenproof skillet over medium-high heat. Season cod with salt & pepper and cook presentation side down for 4 minutes. Carefully turn the cod fillets over and cook for an additional 1 minute.
4
Spoon 1 tablespoon of the butter mixture on top of each fillet then transfer the skillet to the oven. Cook for 2 minutes or until cod is cooked through and opaque in the center.
5
Add any remaining butter to pan, and let melt, stirring with the juices in pan. Spoon over fish, sprinkle with prosciutto (if desired) and serve immediately.

136

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 1/2 teaspoons flat leaf parsley minced, 1 large garlic clove peeled & minced, 1/2 shallot small, minced, and more.

Yes, Garlic Butter Roast Cod falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Garlic Butter Roast Cod

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