Garlic Butter Cod Chili Lime (Print Version)
Flaky cod strips with garlic butter, finished with tangy sweet chili lime sauce.
# Ingredients:
→ For the cod
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1.1 pounds cod fillets, cut into strips
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3 tablespoons unsalted butter
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3 cloves garlic, finely minced
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
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1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1/2 teaspoon paprika
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Juice of 1/2 lime
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1 tablespoon olive oil
→ For the sweet chili lime sauce
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4 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
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Juice of 1 lime
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1 teaspoon honey
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1 teaspoon soy sauce or fish sauce
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1 teaspoon finely grated garlic or ginger
# Steps:
01 -
Pat cod fillet strips dry using paper towels. Evenly season with salt, black pepper, paprika, and drizzle with lime juice.
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Heat olive oil and butter together in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until aromatic but not browned.
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Place seasoned cod strips into the pan. Sear for 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until golden on the outside and fish flakes easily with a fork. Remove cooked cod from pan and set aside.
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In a small mixing bowl, whisk sweet chili sauce, fresh lime juice, honey, soy sauce or fish sauce, and grated garlic or ginger until fully combined.
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Arrange cod strips on a serving platter. Drizzle prepared sauce over the fish or offer it on the side. Spoon remaining garlic butter from the pan over the cod to enhance flavor.
# Notes:
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For best texture, avoid overcooking the cod; remove from heat as soon as it flakes easily.