Garlic Herb Cod Strips with Creamy Lemon Sauce
Tender garlic herb–seasoned cod strips pan-seared until flaky and served with a rich, creamy lemon sauce for a fresh and elegant seafood dinner.
Equipment
- Large Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients
Garlic Herb Cod
- 1 lb cod fillets cut into strips
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 tsp Italian seasoning
- ½ tsp paprika
- salt to taste
- black pepper to taste
Creamy Lemon Sauce
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1 lemon juiced and zested
- 1 tsp Dijon mustard optional
- fresh parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Season cod strips with garlic, Italian seasoning, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat and cook cod strips for 2–3 minutes per side until opaque and flaky. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, melt butter and stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, lemon zest, and Dijon mustard.
- Simmer the sauce for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Return cod to the skillet and spoon sauce over the fish. Cook for 1–2 minutes to warm through.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.
Notes
Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or steamed vegetables for a complete meal. Lemon wedges add extra brightness if desired.