Lupin Free Lemon Butter Cod

Total time25 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time15 min

4.7

(22)

Flaky, golden-seared cod bathed in a bright, nutty lemon butter sauce is the kind of weeknight dinner that feels far more impressive than the effort it takes. The fillets get patted dry and seared in garlic-infused oil until they release naturally from the pan with a gorgeous crust, then a quick brown butter sauce comes together in the same skillet — no extra dishes, no fuss. Fresh lemon juice, zest, scallion tops, and parsley go in right off the heat, creating a sauce that's tangy, herbaceous, and just a little rich all at once. For anyone navigating lupin sensitivities, this recipe is naturally a safe bet — every ingredient is straightforward, with no flour coatings, legume-based thickeners, or processed seasonings that could sneak lupin in through the back door. The optional pinch of red pepper flakes adds a gentle warmth that plays beautifully against the citrus without overwhelming the delicate fish. Serve it straight from the pan with extra lemon wedges and you've got a restaurant-quality plate that's clean, simple, and completely worry-free.

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Ingredients

4 servings

4 cod fillets (6 oz each), about 1 inch thick
½ tsp salt
¼ tsp black pepper
2 tbsp garlic-infused oil

For the sauce

3 tbsp unsalted butter
3 tbsp fresh lemon juice (from about 1 large lemon)
1 tsp lemon zest
2 tbsp scallion green tops, thinly sliced
1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

For serving

lemon wedges, for serving (optional)

Instructions

1
Pat the cod fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels, then season both sides evenly with the salt and black pepper.
2
Heat the garlic-infused oil in a 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the cod fillets presentation-side down and cook, undisturbed, for 3–4 minutes, until the underside is golden and the fish releases easily from the pan.

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