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Savor the Richness of Lemon-Butter Cod with Tomato Sauce

Lemon-Butter Cod with Tomato Sauce made approachable with clear cues, pantry staples, and flexible swaps.
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Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cod fillets 6 oz each
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 1 cup canned crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon lemon zest
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Method
 

  1. Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the cod fillets to the skillet, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown.
  4. Remove the cod from the skillet and set aside.
  5. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add the butter.
  6. Add the minced garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Stir in the crushed tomatoes, lemon Juice, and zest; bring to a simmer.
  8. Return the cod to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the fish.
  9. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cod is heated through.
  10. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately.