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Cod with Butter Sauce

This fish was a hit! It was light and lemony. It is very easy to prepare and cook. I highly recommend trying this, especially as a light summer dish. Pair with a nice salad and some veggies. For something heavier, pair it with a pasta side dish.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 3 minutes
Servings: 4 servings

Ingredients
  

Lemon Butter Sauce
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter, cut into pieces
  • 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • salt and pepper to taste
Crispy Pan-Fried Fish
  • White fish fillets, we used cod
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp white flour for ever 2 pieces of fish
  • 2 tbsp oil
Optional
  • parsley and lemon wedges for garnishing

Method
 

  1. Place the butter in a saucepan or skillet over medium heat.
  2. Melt the butter, then leave it on the stove, whisking occasionally. When the butter turns golden brown and smells nutty,, about 3 minutes, remove from the stove and pour it into a small bowl.
  3. Add the lemon juice and a pinch of salt and pepper. Stir, then taste when it has cooled slightly. Add lemon/salt to taste.
  4. Set aside. It will stay pourable for 20-30 minutes.
  5. Pat the fish dry using a paper towel. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then flour. Use fingers to spread the flour. Turn and repeat. Shake excess flour off.
  6. Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over high heat. When the oil is simmering, add the fish. Cook for 1 1/2 minutes until golden and crispy on the edges. Then turn and cook the other side for 1 1/2 minutes. Cook longer if the fish is thick.
  7. Remove immediately onto serving plates. Drizzle each with about a tablespoon of sauce. Garnish with the parsley and lemon wedges.