Bornholmian Herb-Crusted Cod with Lemon-Dill Sauce

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-13 · Updated 2026-04-13

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Pan-seared cod fillets with a crust of fresh herbs, served with a bright lemon-dill sauce made from the same herbs. This Danish-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cod fillets, fresh dill, fresh parsley for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 295 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 10 min Serves 4 Danish cuisine 295 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) cod fillets
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh dill
2 tbsp, finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tsp lemon zest
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp, chopped fresh dill
1/4 tsp salt
1/8 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat cod fillets dry with paper towels. Mix 2 tbsp dill, 2 tbsp parsley, 1 tsp lemon zest, 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper in a shallow dish.
Step 2: Dredge each cod fillet in the herb-flour mixture, pressing gently to adhere.
Step 3: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add cod fillets and cook for 4 minutes per side until golden brown and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 4: Remove cod and keep warm. Add 1 tbsp unsalted butter and 1 tbsp lemon juice to the skillet, swirling to combine. Stir in 1 tbsp fresh dill and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Step 5: Pour sauce over cod fillets, ensuring even coating, and serve immediately.