🐟 Garlic Butter Cod Bites with Creamy Lemon Herb Dip
Golden, crispy cod bites tossed in garlic butter and served with a bright, creamy lemon-herb dip. Perfect as an appetizer or light meal. ✨🍋
📝 Ingredients
For the Cod Bites
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1 lb cod fillets, cut into bite-size pieces
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½ cup all-purpose flour
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½ tsp salt
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½ tsp black pepper
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½ tsp paprika
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2 tbsp olive oil
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2 tbsp butter
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
For the Creamy Lemon Herb Dip
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½ cup mayonnaise
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¼ cup sour cream or Greek yogurt
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1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
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1 tsp lemon zest
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1 tbsp fresh dill or parsley, chopped
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½ tsp garlic powder
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Salt and pepper to taste
👩🍳 Instructions
1️⃣ Prepare the cod
Pat the cod pieces dry with paper towels.
2️⃣ Season the coating
In a bowl, mix flour, salt, pepper, and paprika.
3️⃣ Coat the fish
Lightly toss the cod pieces in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
4️⃣ Cook the cod
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
Cook cod pieces for 2–3 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.
5️⃣ Add garlic butter
Lower heat slightly, add butter and minced garlic to the pan.
Toss cod bites gently until coated in the garlic butter.
6️⃣ Finish
Sprinkle with fresh parsley and remove from heat.
🍋 Make the Lemon Herb Dip
In a small bowl, mix:
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mayonnaise
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sour cream or Greek yogurt
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lemon juice
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lemon zest
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herbs
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garlic powder
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salt and pepper
Stir until smooth and creamy.
🍽️ Serving Ideas
Serve cod bites:
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With the creamy lemon herb dip
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Over salad
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In tacos
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With fries or roasted potatoes
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I use another fish instead of cod?
A: Yes! Haddock, tilapia, or halibut work well.
Q: Can I make this in an air fryer?
A: Yes. Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 8–10 minutes, shaking halfway.
Q: How do I keep the fish crispy?
A: Pat the fish dry and avoid overcrowding the pan.
Q: Can I make the dip ahead of time?
A: Yes. Store it in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Q: Can I bake the cod bites?
A: Yes. Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 12–15 minutes.