Spicy Cajun Style Cod
Elevate your dinner game with this Spicy Cajun Style Cod, a quick, flavorful dish that brings the vibrant taste of the South to your table in just 20 minutes! Tender, flaky cod fillets are coated in a bold Cajun spice blend with smoky paprika, zesty garlic, and a fiery kick of cayenne pepper, then perfectly seared to golden perfection in a hot skillet. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkling of fresh parsley add freshness, while lemon wedges on the side provide a citrusy zing that balances the heat. Perfect for weeknights or special occasions, this one-pan recipe is as simple as it is sensational, delivering restaurant-quality results with minimal effort. Serve it alongside rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp salad for a complete and satisfying meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6-ounce each) Cod fillets
- 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
- 4 pieces Lemon wedges
Instructions
Rinse the cod fillets under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. Set aside.
In a small bowl, mix together the Cajun seasoning, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper.
Rub the seasoning mixture evenly over both sides of the cod fillets.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until the oil is shimmering.
Carefully place the seasoned cod fillets into the skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the flesh is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Remove the cod from the skillet and transfer it to a serving plate.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the cooked fillets and garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side for a bright and zesty finish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1008 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.4 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.3 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 292 mg | 97% | |
| Sodium | 5526 mg | 240% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.4 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.0 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.0 g | ||
| Protein | 124.0 g | 248% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 3032 mg | 65% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
