Roasted Cod with Garlic Lemon Butter

I came across some really beautiful cod fish and had to give it a go. This fish ended up just beautiful. Cod is a nice, thick white fish with a nice firm bite to it. The topping on this was just amazing and full of flavor. It was perfect. You’ll notice I had several different thicknesses on the filet and, yes, I did defer their cooking time so that everything came out equal. Lemony goodness for a wonderful piece of cod. And of course, I can’t help but think of Captain Hook as I gobble it up!

Ingredients

1/4 butter, softened

2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped

1 clove garlic, minced

1/4 small white onion, minced

1/2 tsp dijon mustard

2 tablespoons grated parmesan

1 tablespoon flour

1 lemon, juiced

Salt and Pepper

2 tablespoons olive oil

1 lb cod filet, portioned into 3 or 4 pieces

Additional lemon slices or wedges for serving

Instructions

1. In a small bowl, stir together the butter, basil, garlic, onion, dijon, parmesan, flour, and lemon juice.  It’ll be like a weird butter paste. 

2. In a large skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Season your fish with a little salt and pepper and lay it in the hot oil. Cook for about 4 minutes.

3. Flip your fish to cook the other side. Top each fillet with a large spoonful of the butter mixture. Cook another 4 minutes. Actual cooking time will depend on the thickness of your fish. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork. 

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