Description
Pan-fried cod fish is a quick, healthy, and flavorful dish that’s ready in less than 15 minutes. Perfect for a nutritious dinner, this cod is seasoned with smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, and other spices, giving it a savory, crisp exterior. It’s gluten-free, simple to make, and sure to satisfy your taste buds. #panfriedcodfish #healthyfishrecipes #quickdinner #glutenfreedinner #easymeals #fishrecipes #codfish #healthyrecipes #seafood
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs codfish (2 pieces)
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp salt (or to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the codfish: Rinse the codfish and pat it dry with paper towels.
- Mix the spices: In a small bowl, combine the black pepper, cayenne pepper, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and salt.
- Season the codfish: Rub the spices liberally onto both sides of the codfish.
- Heat the oil: Add olive oil to a skillet or cast-iron pan and heat over medium-high heat.
- Fry the codfish: Once the oil is hot, add the codfish in separate layers. Fry for 4-5 minutes on the first side.
- Flip and cook: Gently flip the fish to avoid breaking it, then fry the other side for another 3-4 minutes.
- Check for doneness: The fish is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 145°F.
- Serve and enjoy: Once cooked through, remove the cod from the pan and serve immediately.
Notes
- Be sure to pat the codfish dry before seasoning to ensure the spices stick.
- For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice just before serving.
- You can also serve the fish with a side of sautéed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (approx. ¼ of recipe)
- Calories: 236 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 680 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 26 g
- Cholesterol: 60 mg