Pan-Fried Fish with Lime and Herbs

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-16 · Updated 2026-04-16

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Crisp-skinned fish fillets seasoned with citrus and herbs, served with a simple lime wedge for bright, fresh flavor. This Puerto Rican-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 30 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, lime for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 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: 15 min Serves 4 Puerto Rican cuisine 350 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 (6 oz each) cod fillets
2 tbsp olive oil
1, juiced and wedged lime
2 cloves, minced garlic
1 tsp, chopped fresh thyme
1 tsp, chopped fresh oregano
1/2 tsp salt
1/4 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Pat 4 cod fillets dry with paper towels and season evenly with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper on both sides.
Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add the cod fillets skin-side down and cook for 4-5 minutes until golden and crispy, then flip and cook for 2 more minutes.
Step 3: Remove fish from the skillet and set aside. Add 2 minced garlic cloves to the pan and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in 1 tsp chopped fresh thyme, 1 tsp chopped fresh oregano, and 1 tbsp lime juice.
Step 4: Return the fish to the skillet, coating each fillet with the herb mixture. Cook for 1 more minute to heat through. Serve immediately with lime wedges on the side.