Description
These Garlic Herb Cod Strips are perfectly tender and flaky, coated in a savory blend of herbs that enhance their natural sweetness. Paired with a creamy lemon sauce, each bite offers a delightful contrast of zesty brightness and rich creaminess that dances on the palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- For the Cod Strips:
- 1 pound cod fillets, cut into strips
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1/4 cup olive oil for frying
- For the Creamy Lemon Sauce:
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a shallow bowl, combine flour, garlic powder, parsley, oregano, salt, and pepper.
- In another bowl, place the beaten eggs.
- In a third bowl, add the breadcrumbs.
- Dip each cod strip first in the flour mixture, then in the egg, and finally coat with breadcrumbs.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat (about 350°F).
- Fry the cod strips for 3-4 minutes on each side or until golden brown and cooked through.
- While the cod is cooking, mix all the ingredients for the creamy lemon sauce in a small bowl until smooth.
- Serve the cod strips hot with the creamy lemon sauce drizzled on top or on the side.
Notes
- Make-ahead: You can prepare the cod strips and refrigerate them for up to 2 hours before frying.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Substitutions: Use panko breadcrumbs for extra crunch or swap sour cream for Greek yogurt for a lighter sauce.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: main dish
- Method: frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod strip with sauce
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 2 grams
- Sodium: 400 milligrams
- Fat: 12 grams
- Saturated Fat: 3 grams
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 20 grams
- Fiber: 1 gram
- Protein: 18 grams
- Cholesterol: 60 milligrams
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