Lemon Herb Pan-Seared Cod with Asparagus

Name: Lemon Herb Pan-Seared Cod with Asparagus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 lb, skin-on cod fillets; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp lemon zest; 2 cloves, minced garlic; 1 bunch, trimmed asparagus; 1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley

Delicate cod fillets paired with tender asparagus in a bright lemon-herb sauce.

Cuisine: American

Category: Seafood

Prep: 15 minutes. Cook: 15 minutes.

Serves 4.

Ingredients

1 lb, skin-on cod fillets
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper
2 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp lemon juice
1 tbsp lemon zest
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 bunch, trimmed asparagus
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley

Instructions

Step 1: Pat 1 lb cod fillets dry and season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
Step 2: Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add cod skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until skin is crispy.
Step 3: Flip cod and cook for 3-4 minutes until fish flakes easily. Remove and set aside.
Step 4: Add remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, minced garlic, and 1 bunch trimmed asparagus to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until asparagus is tender-crisp.
Step 5: Return cod to skillet. Stir in 2 tbsp lemon juice, 1 tbsp lemon zest, and 1/4 cup chopped parsley. Cook for 1 minute until heated through.