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Cajun Garlic Butter Cod

Cajun Garlic Butter Cod: A 20-Minute Flavor Explosion

A quick and flavorful Cajun Garlic Butter Cod recipe that's ready in just 20 minutes.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Southern
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod or cod loins for thicker pieces
For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Unsalted Butter high-quality for best flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves Garlic freshly minced
  • 1 medium Shallot or onion if unavailable
  • 1 cup Low Sodium Chicken Broth or vegetable broth
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper freshly ground preferred
  • 1 teaspoon Salt adjust based on Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder fresh garlic recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika or normal paprika for less smokiness
  • 1/2 teaspoon Chili Flakes adjust based on spice preference
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Sage or dried thyme
For the Vegetables
  • 1 bunch Asparagus or broccoli, spinach, zucchini
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley for garnish; cilantro can be used
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice freshly squeezed is best

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and Cajun seasoning. Let sit for 5 minutes.
  2. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat, add olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once melted, place cod in skillet and sear for 3 minutes on each side until golden. Transfer to a plate.
  3. In the same skillet, reduce heat to medium-low, add garlic and shallots, and sauté for 2 minutes until translucent and fragrant.
  4. Add salt, pepper, sage, paprika, and chili flakes to the sautéed mixture, stirring for about 30 seconds.
  5. Pour in the chicken broth, bring to a boil. Lower heat, add remaining butter, stirring until melted.
  6. Incorporate asparagus and parsley into the sauce, stirring gently. Cook for 3 minutes until tender.
  7. Return cod to the skillet, simmer for 3 minutes, then squeeze fresh lemon juice over before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 35gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 1 day. Reheat gently.

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