30-Minute Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon Asparagus
30-Minute Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon Asparagus is a quick yet elegant dish that brings together tender cod fillets and vibrant asparagus, all enhanced by a burst of fresh lemon juice. This wholesome meal is perfect for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, delivering a delightful blend of flavors and textures in just half an hour.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 bunch asparagus (about 12 oz)
- Juice of 1 lemon
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the cod fillets and pat them dry. Snap off the woody ends of the asparagus.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Season the cod fillets generously with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown. Flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until cooked through.
- Add minced garlic and asparagus around the fish in the skillet, sautéing for about three minutes until the asparagus is bright green but crisp.
- Squeeze fresh lemon juice over everything before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with asparagus (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like dill or swapping lemon for lime. Make sure not to overcrowd the pan when cooking the cod for optimal crispiness.