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Garlic Butter Cod Strips with Sweet Chili Lime Sauce


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  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Pescatarian

Description

Tender strips of cod cooked in a rich garlic butter sauce, drizzled with a zingy sweet chili lime sauce, perfect for weeknight dinners or dinner parties.


Ingredients

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  • 500 g cod fillets, cut into strips
  • 3 tbsp butter
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp paprika
  • Juice of 1/2 lime
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 tbsp sweet chili sauce
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • 1 tsp honey (optional)
  • 1 tsp soy sauce or fish sauce (optional)
  • 1 tsp finely grated garlic or ginger (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat cod strips dry and season with salt, pepper, paprika, and the juice of half a lime.
  2. Heat olive oil and butter in a large pan over medium heat; sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds.
  3. Add seasoned cod strips and cook for 2–3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Whisk together sweet chili sauce, lime juice, honey (if using), soy or fish sauce, and optional garlic or ginger.
  5. Drizzle sauce over cod or serve on the side with extra garlic butter from the pan.

Notes

Use fresh cod for the best flavor and texture. Adjust seasoning and sauce components according to taste preferences.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Pan-Seared
  • Cuisine: Seafood

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 400mg
  • Fat: 14g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 20g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 40g
  • Cholesterol: 30mg