Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon Butter Sauce: A Restaurant-Quality Dish Made Simple

If you’re looking for an elegant yet effortless dinner, pan-fried cod with lemon butter sauce is the perfect choice. In just a few simple steps, you can create flaky, mild-tasting fish fillets paired with a bright, herby butter sauce that adds incredible richness. Let’s dive into this recipe step by step.

• 4 cod fillets (about 150-200 grams each)

• Salt and pepper to taste

• ½ cup all-purpose flour (for dredging)

• 2 tablespoons olive oil

• 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

For the Lemon Butter Sauce:

• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Juice of 1 lemon (about 3 tablespoons)

• Zest of 1 lemon (optional, for extra brightness)

• ¼ cup chicken or vegetable broth (optional for a thinner sauce)

• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

• Salt and pepper to taste