Description
Delicious Garlic Butter Cod Strips with a zesty Sweet Chili Lime Sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cod fillets, sliced into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Instructions
- In a skillet, melt the butter over medium heat and add the chopped garlic, stirring for about a minute until it becomes aromatic.
- Sprinkle the cod pieces with sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and crushed red pepper flakes (if desired).
- Place the seasoned cod into the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, until the fish turns opaque and can be easily flaked apart with a fork.
- While the cod is cooking, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, lime juice, and lime zest in a separate bowl until well combined.
- After the cod is fully cooked, transfer it to a serving platter and generously drizzle the chili-lime sauce over the top.
- Finish with a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a burst of color and flavor.
- Enjoy your dish right away, paired with your favorite sides like quinoa or sautéed greens.
Notes
- For an extra kick, toss in some sliced jalapeños with the garlic.
- Feel free to swap the cod for other white fish like tilapia or haddock for a unique taste experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: Garlic Butter Cod Strips, Sweet Chili Lime Sauce, Cod Recipe