Light, flaky, and full of flavor — this cod recipe is your go-to for fast, clean protein.
Perfect for weight loss, muscle gain, or just eating healthy without getting bored 😍

🛒 Ingredients:

  • 🐟 2 cod fillets (6 oz each – boneless, skinless)
  • 🧄 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 🧈 1 tbsp unsalted butter (or ghee)
  • 🍋 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
  • 🫒 1 tsp olive oil
  • 🌿 Fresh parsley or dill (chopped)
  • 🧂 Salt & pepper to taste
  • 🌶️ Optional: pinch of paprika or chili flakes

🔥 Protein Power:

✔️ 1 fillet = 35–40g protein
✔️ Lean, low-fat
✔️ Great for keto, low carb, or high-protein diets

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

1️⃣ Prep the Cod
Pat cod dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt, pepper & paprika.

2️⃣ Sear It
Heat olive oil in a pan on medium-high. Add cod and cook 3–4 mins per side until golden and flaky. Don’t flip too early!

3️⃣ Add Garlic Butter Magic
In the last 1 min, add butter + garlic. Spoon it over the fish while it sizzles. Turn off heat and drizzle lemon juice on top 🍋

4️⃣ Finish & Serve
Top with chopped herbs. Serve hot with steamed veggies, rice, or a low-carb salad 🥗

📊 Macros (Per Fillet):

🔥 Calories: 250
💪 Protein: 35–40g
🥄 Carbs: 1g
🧈 Fat: 10–12g