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Pan-seared lemon pepper cod

Flaky cod fillets pan-seared in butter and olive oil with lemon and BADIA Lemon Pepper Seasoning.

Ingredients

Everything you need

4
Cod fillets
1 tbsp
Olive oil
1 tbsp
Butter
1 tbsp
Lemon juice
1 tsp
Lemon zest
1 tsp
BADIA Lemon Pepper seasoning
To taste
Salt
As needed
Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
As needed
Lemon wedges, for serving

Instructions

  • Pat the cod fillets dry. Season both sides with BADIA Lemon Pepper Seasoning, lemon zest and a pinch of salt.
  • Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cod and sear for 3–4 minutes, until golden and crisp on the bottom.
  • Carefully flip the fillets. Add the butter and lemon juice to the skillet.
  • Spoon the melted butter over the fillets as they cook for another 3–4 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
  • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.