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Cod in Garlic Oil

A simple Basque-style dish of pan-seared cod fillets bathed in fragrant garlic-infused olive oil, finished with fresh parsley. Quick, elegant, and full of flavor.

Total time
25 min
Servings
4
Calories
350
Protein
30g
Cod in Garlic Oil
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1

    Pat the 4 cod fillets dry and season both sides with the 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Heat the 1/2 cup olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the 6 garlic cloves, thinly sliced, and cook until fragrant and lightly golden, about 2 minutes.

  3. Step 3

    Remove the garlic with a slotted spoon and set aside. Increase heat to medium-high and place the cod fillets in the oil, skin-side up.

  4. Step 4

    Cook the cod until the bottom is golden and the fish flakes easily, about 4-5 minutes per side. Use a spatula to gently flip.

  5. Step 5

    Return the garlic to the pan and spoon the hot oil over the fish for 1 minute.

  6. Step 6

    Transfer the cod to plates, pour the garlic oil over the top, and sprinkle with the 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Serve immediately.

Tools you’ll need

  • Large skillet
  • Slotted spoon
  • Spatula
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

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