Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Garlic Butter Cod Bites with Creamy Lemon Herb Dip. These tender, buttery cod morsels are perfectly seasoned and paired with a zesty, creamy dip that elevates any occasion. Whether you serve them as a delightful appetizer at your next gathering or enjoy them as a light meal, these bites offer versatility and satisfaction. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is quick to prepare and is sure to impress your family and friends. With their rich taste and healthy profile, you’ll find yourself making these gourmet fish bites again and again!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound cod fillets
- 1/4 cup butter
- 4 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
- to taste lemon wedges
- 1/2 cup sour cream
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 teaspoon dried dill
- 1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper
Instructions
- Cut cod fillets into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, mix melted butter, minced garlic, paprika, salt, pepper, and parsley.
- Coat the cod pieces in the garlic butter mixture.
- Heat a skillet over medium heat and cook cod bites for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- For the dip, mix sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, zest, dill, chives, salt, and pepper in another bowl until smooth.
- Serve the cod bites on a platter with the creamy dip and lemon wedges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 cod bites (90g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 55mg