Ingredients:
- 4 cod fillets (6-8 ounces each)
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
- Lemon wedges for serving
Instructions:
1. Prepare the Cod: -Pat the cod fillets dry with paper.towels to remove excess moisture. -Season both sides of the cod fillets with salt and pepper according to your taste. 2. Toast the Almonds: -In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the sliced almonds until they are lightly golden and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes. Stir frequently to prevent burning. Once toasted, transfer the almonds to a plate and set aside. 3. Pan-Sear the Cod: -Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. -Add the seasoned cod fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of the fillets. 4. Make the Almond Butter Sauce: -In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. -Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant. -Stir in the lemon juice and toasted almonds, and cook for another 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. -Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the chopped parsley. 5.Serve: -Transfer the cooked cod fillets to serving plates. -Spoon the almond butter sauce over the top of each fillet. -Garnish with additional chopped parsley and lemon wedges, if desired. -Serve immediately and enjoy your pan-seared cod with almonds!
