Pan-Seared Skrei Cod with Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

A flaky skrei cod fillet with crispy skin, placed over a bed of cauliflower hash, accompanied by roasted cherry tomatoes and mixed greens.

Skrei Cod is a premium, seasonal Norwegian cod known for its delicate texture and clean, slightly sweet flavor. This easy recipe brings out the best in the fish with a simple garlic lemon butter sauce that lets the cod shine. It’s a great light dinner option that feels a little fancy but takes less than 30 minutes to make.

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Serving Size: 2
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Ingredients

  • 2 Skrei cod fillets from Joe’s
  • Salt and pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • 1 tbsp chopped parsley (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat cod dry and season with salt and pepper.
  2. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the cod for 3–4 minutes per side until golden and just cooked through. Remove and set aside.
  4. Add butter and garlic to the pan. Cook for 1–2 minutes, then stir in lemon juice.
  5. Spoon sauce over the cod, garnish with parsley, and serve.

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