Description

This Garlic Butter Cod Strips recipe features tender cod fillets sautéed in a flavorful garlic butter sauce, paired with a tangy and sweet chili lime sauce that adds a zesty kick. Garnished with fresh parsley, this dish combines mild, flaky fish with vibrant Asian-inspired flavors for a satisfying and easy-to-make meal.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

1 pound Cod fillets, cut into strips
4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
3 cloves Garlic, minced
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper
1 teaspoon Paprika
1 tablespoon Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Sweet Chili Lime Sauce Ingredients

1/4 cup Sweet chili sauce
1 whole Lime juice
1 whole Lime zest
1 teaspoon Soy sauce
1 teaspoon Sesame oil
1 teaspoon Sriracha (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the garlic butter: In a large skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1 minute, to infuse the butter with garlic flavor.
Season the cod strips: Season the cod strips evenly with salt, pepper, and paprika to enhance the flavor and add a mild smoky note.
Cook the cod strips: Add the seasoned cod strips to the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the cod is thoroughly cooked, opaque, and flakes easily with a fork. Once done, remove from heat and set aside.
Make the sweet chili lime sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together sweet chili sauce, lime juice, lime zest, soy sauce, sesame oil, and sriracha (if using) until smooth and well combined, balancing sweetness, heat, and tanginess.
Combine and serve: Drizzle the sweet chili lime sauce over the cooked garlic butter cod strips. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley for a burst of color and fresh flavor before serving.

Notes

Use fresh cod for best results, but frozen cod can be used if thawed properly.
Adjust the amount of sriracha based on your preferred spice level or omit entirely for a milder sauce.
Serve with steamed rice or a light salad for a complete meal.
Make sure not to overcook the cod as it can become dry; it should flake easily.
The sauce can be prepared ahead and refrigerated for up to 2 days.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Frying
Cuisine: Fusion (Asian-American)

Keywords: garlic butter cod, cod strips, sweet chili lime sauce, quick fish recipe, skillet fish, Asian-inspired seafood