Description
This recipe provides a step-by-step guide to achieving perfectly pan-fried cod with a crispy exterior and tender interior.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cod fillets
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- Optional: Garlic powder, paprika, lemon juice for seasoning
Instructions
- Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel.
- Season with salt, pepper, and optional herbs or spices.
- Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
- Add oil to the pan and let it heat up.
- Carefully place the cod fillets in the pan and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Remove from heat and check internal temperature (145°F) before serving.
Notes
For best results, do not disturb the fish while it cooks to develop a nice crust. Serve with a squeeze of lemon and your favorite side.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 0g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: cod, pan-fried, seafood, easy recipe, fish dinner