Ingredients
For the Cod Bites:
400g cod fillets, cut into bite-sized pieces
2 tablespoons butter
2 cloves garlic, minced
1/2 teaspoon paprika
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 tablespoon olive oil
For the Lemon Herb Dip:
1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 teaspoon lemon zest
1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional:
Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions
1. Pat cod pieces dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
3. Add cod pieces and cook for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
4. Reduce heat and add butter and garlic, tossing cod in the sauce.
5. Cook for 1 more minute until fragrant.
6. In a bowl, mix yogurt, lemon juice, zest, parsley, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
7. Serve cod bites warm with lemon herb dip and optional lemon wedges.
Notes
Do not overcook cod to keep it tender.
Use fresh lemon for best flavor.
Add chili flakes for a spicy twist.
Serve immediately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 portion
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
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