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35-Minute Garlic Herb Cod Strips with Irresistible Lemon Sauce

Garlic Herb Cod Strips
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Crispy garlic herb cod strips with a creamy lemon sauce, perfect for a quick and delicious weeknight dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb cod fillets, cut into thick strips
  • ½ cup all-purpose flour
  • 2 eggs, beaten
  • 1 cup panko breadcrumbs
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp dried parsley
  • ½ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tbsp olive oil (for pan frying)
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • 2 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 tbsp all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup milk (or half & half for creamier texture)
  • ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese
  • Juice of ½ lemon
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • Salt & pepper to taste
  • Fresh chopped parsley (for garnish)
  • Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions

  1. Bread the Cod Strips: Dip cod in flour, then eggs, then a mix of panko, garlic powder, parsley, salt & pepper.
  2. Pan Fry to Golden Goodness: Heat olive oil in a skillet and cook strips 3–4 mins per side until golden and crispy.
  3. Make the Creamy Lemon Sauce: In a saucepan, melt butter, sauté garlic, whisk in flour, then slowly add milk. Stir in parmesan, lemon juice, and zest. Let it thicken.
  4. Plate & Drizzle: Pour creamy lemon sauce on a plate, stack cod strips, and drizzle extra sauce on top.
  5. Garnish & Serve: Sprinkle parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Notes

  • Use fresh cod for best results.
  • Adjust lemon zest to taste.
  • Serve immediately for maximum crispiness.

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