Turn a rather bland-tasting fish fillet into a zesty, spicy, herby, and flavorful masterpiece. Flaky and tender, Chili-Lime Cod is ready in less than 20 minutes and it’s a nutritious and delicious way to get your daily protein!
Ingredients For Chili-Lime Cod
- Cod fish fillets
- Chili powder
- Ground coriander
- Ground cumin
- Dried parsley flakes
- Butter
- Salt
- Pepper
- Lime juice
How To Make Chili-Lime Cod
- Mix the chili powder, coriander, cumin, salt, pepper, and dried parsley flakes in a small bowl.
- Season the fish fillets on both sides with the spice and herb mixture.
- Melt the butter over medium-high heat and brown the fish fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until its flesh looks opaque. Add the lime juice and swirl around until fully incorporated into the butter sauce. Serve hot.
Can I Cook The Fish In The Oven?
Yes, you can roast the fish at 450 F for 5-7 minutes or until opaque.
How Do I Know When The Cod Is Fully Cooked?
When cod is fully cooked, it should look opaque and flake easily with a fork.
What Do I Do If I Don’t Have Fresh Cod?
You can use other white-fleshed fish like tilapia, haddock, sole, or halibut as a substitute.
Can I Make This Dish Ahead Of Time?
Fish fillets are best cooked just prior to serving, but feel free to make the spice rub ahead of time.
Quick 15-Minute Chili-Lime Cod
Equipment
- Small bowl
- Large skillet
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets
- 1 tsp chili powder
- ¼ tsp ground coriander
- ¼ tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp parsley flakes
- ½ tsp salt
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp butter
- Juice of one lime
Instructions
- Mix the chili powder, coriander, cumin, salt, pepper, and dried parsley flakes in a small bowl.
- Season the fish fillets on both sides with the spice and herb mixture.
- Melt one tbsp of butter over medium-high heat and brown the fish fillets for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until its flesh looks opaque. Add the lime juice and remaining tbsp of butter, and swirl around until fully incorporated into the butter sauce. Serve hot.
Nutrition
Frequently Asked Questions about Chili-Lime Cod
1. What Should I Do If I Don’t Have Lime?
You can use lemon juice instead of lime juice for a very similar flavor.
2. What Can I Use Instead Of Butter In The Recipe?
You can use olive or avocado oil instead of butter as a healthy alternative.
3. Can I Add More Spices If I Want It Spicier?
To make it spicier you can add cayenne pepper or more chili powder into the spice rub. Also, you could add a splash of hot sauce to the butter sauce.
4. Is It Necessary To Use Both Parsley And Coriander?
If you don’t have one of these herbs, it’s ok to use just the other.
5. How Do I Prevent The Fish From Sticking To The Pan?
Make sure the pan is hot before adding the butter and that the butter is melted and hot before placing the fish fillets in the pan.
6. What Are Good Side Dishes To Serve With This Cod?
Potato pure, sweet potatoes, steamed veggies, or a side salad are all good sides to serve alongside Chili-Lime Cod.