Pan-Seared Cod with Asparagus

Ingredients:

3 cod fillets

1 bunch of asparagus, trimmed

3 tbsp olive oil

2 tbsp unsalted butter

2 garlic cloves, minced

1 tsp paprika

1 tsp dried parsley

Salt and pepper to taste

Juice of 1 lemon

Instructions:

1. Season the Cod:

Pat cod fillets dry with a paper towel. Season with salt, pepper, paprika, and parsley on both sides.

2. Cook the Asparagus:

Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add asparagus and sauté for 3-5 minutes until tender. Remove and set aside.

3. Sear the Cod:

In the same skillet, heat remaining olive oil and butter. Add cod fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and cooked through.

4. Make the Garlic Butter:

Reduce heat to low, add minced garlic, and cook for 1 minute. Squeeze lemon juice over the fish and stir.

5. Serve:

Plate cod fillets with asparagus and drizzle with garlic butter sauce. Enjoy!