Sautéed Cod with Citrus Ginger Sauce

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Tender cod fillets lightly sautéed and served with a bright citrus-ginger sauce that balances freshness and warmth. This Whole30 recipe (gluten free, pescatarian), ready in about 22 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, fresh ginger for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a Whole30 week and pairs well with roasted sweet potato or a simple olive-oil salad. 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: 10 min Cook: 12 min Serves 4 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 4 cod fillets (6 oz each) and season both sides with 1 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
  3. Step 3: Add the cod fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
  4. Step 4: While the fish cooks, combine 1 tbsp finely grated fresh ginger, 1/3 cup fresh orange juice, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 2 minced garlic cloves in a small bowl.
  5. Step 5: After flipping the cod, pour the citrus-ginger sauce into the pan and let it simmer for 2 minutes until slightly thickened and fragrant.
  6. Step 6: Spoon the warm sauce over the cooked cod and garnish with 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro before serving.

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