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Garlic Butter Cod Bites

Garlic Butter Cod Bites

Garlic Butter Cod Bites are tender, flaky morsels perfectly seared in a golden garlic-butter embrace, making for an irresistible treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 bites
Course: Snacks & Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod Bites
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 pound cod fillets cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika for extra kick
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper
For the Creamy Lemon Herb Dip
  • 1 lemon juice fresh-squeezed
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sour cream
  • 1 tablespoon fresh dill chopped
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. In a skillet, melt 4 tablespoons of unsalted butter over medium heat until bubbly and fragrant.
  2. Add 4 cloves of minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  3. Gently place the bite-sized cod pieces into the skillet. Sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of paprika, salt, and pepper to taste. Cook until opaque and flakes easily, about 4-5 minutes.
  4. In a separate bowl, mix together the juice of 1 lemon, 1/4 cup of mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons of sour cream, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh dill, and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley. Stir until creamy.
  5. Plate the hot Garlic Butter Cod Bites and serve alongside the creamy lemon herb dip.

Nutrition

Serving: 1biteCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 3gProtein: 12gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

To achieve perfectly cooked cod, ensure pieces are cut evenly. Use fresh garlic for best flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

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