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Crispy Lemon Garlic Cod Fillets Recipe Easy Homemade Dinner Idea

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This recipe features crispy pan-fried cod fillets with a bright lemon garlic sauce, served alongside buttery mashed potatoes. It’s quick, easy, and perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or impressing guests.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450 g) cod fillets, skinless and boneless
  • ½ cup (65 g) all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • Juice of 1 large lemon
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
  • 2 pounds (900 g) russet potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • ½ cup (120 ml) whole milk or cream, warmed
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: ½ teaspoon garlic powder for mashed potatoes

Instructions

  1. Peel and dice 2 pounds (900 g) of russet potatoes into roughly 1-inch cubes. Place them in a large saucepan and cover with cold water by an inch. Add a pinch of salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to medium and simmer for 15-20 minutes until fork-tender.
  2. Drain potatoes well and return them to the hot pot. Add 4 tablespoons softened unsalted butter and ½ cup (120 ml) warmed milk or cream. Mash using a potato masher or fork until smooth but still a bit rustic. Season with salt, pepper, and optional garlic powder. Keep warm on very low heat or cover.
  3. In a shallow dish, combine ½ cup (65 g) all-purpose flour, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste. Mix well.
  4. Using paper towels, gently pat 1 pound (450 g) of cod fillets dry to remove excess moisture.
  5. Lightly coat each fillet in the seasoned flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
  6. Warm 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium-high heat in your skillet until shimmering but not smoking.
  7. Carefully place fillets in the pan (don’t crowd!) and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through (internal temp about 145°F / 63°C). Adjust heat as needed to avoid burning. Remove fillets to a warm plate.
  8. Lower heat to medium and add 2 tablespoons unsalted butter to the pan. Once melted, add 3 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant (don’t let it burn!). Pour in fresh lemon juice from 1 lemon, stir, and let it simmer for a minute to marry flavors.
  9. Spoon the lemon garlic sauce over the crispy cod fillets. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley. Serve alongside buttery mashed potatoes. Enjoy immediately for best texture.

Notes

Patting the cod fillets dry before dredging and ensuring the pan is hot enough are key to achieving a crispy coating. Avoid flipping the fish too early to prevent breaking the crust. For a gluten-free version, substitute all-purpose flour with almond or rice flour. Warm dairy before adding to mashed potatoes to avoid gluey texture. Leftovers should be stored separately and reheated gently to maintain texture.

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