Pan Fried Cod

Bright, flavorful pan fried cod is seasoned fillets of white fish seared to perfection and then topped with homemade corn salsa. You’re going to love how fresh, easy, and delicious this meal is!

Course Main

Cuisine American

Diet Gluten Free

Prep Time 20

Cook Time 10

Total Time 30

Servings servings

Calories 333

Author Kim

Ingredients

For fish

4 (6-ounce) fillets (about 1 1/2 pounds) cod or other white flaky fish
1 medium lime juiced
2 tablespoons olive or avocado oil
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika or cajun seasoning for more heat
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

For corn salsa

1 (15.25 ounce) can sweet corn drained
1 medium red bell pepper diced
1 medium jalapeño pepper seeded and minced
1/2 large red onion diced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper optional
1 teaspoon honey
salt and black pepper to taste

Instructions

In a shallow dish, whisk together lime juice, oil, chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add cod, tossing until evenly coated and gently rub all of the seasoning into the fish on all sides. Let marinate 15 minutes, if you have the time.
Meanwhile, make the corn salsa by stirring all of the salsa ingredients together in a medium mixing bowl. Chill until ready to serve.
To cook fish, heat a bit of oil, butter or spray with non-stick cooking spray in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Alternatively, you can use a cast iron skillet. When the pan is hot, add fish. Lay in a flat layer and don’t overcrowd the pan or the fish will steam, not sear. Cook the fish for 3 minutes without moving it — this helps get a good browned crust. Flip the fish after 3 minutes and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until just cooked through. Remove from heat. (Cook time will depend on the thickness of your fish. It may only be necessary to cook about 2 minutes on each side and up to about 4 minutes or so.)
Plate fish with corn salsa and a squeeze of fresh lime. Enjoy!

Notes

Prep & make ahead tips: This pan fried fish is quick and is meant to be prepared fresh and enjoyed immediately. Corn salsa can be prepared about 24 hours in advance. Store salsa in a tight-lid container in the fridge.

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