Smoky Paprika Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon
Seasoned Pan-Fried Cod brings tender, flaky fish with smoky paprika, bright lemon, and a buttery finish—light, high-protein, and gluten-free within American cuisine. Its flavor profile is savory, citrusy, and gently garlicky—great for weeknight dinners, fish tacos, grain bowls, salads, or alongside roasted veggies. Find this recipe in your easyChef Pro App and explore personalized recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list that compares prices for the lowest cost per serving. Select this recipe, organize ingredients, and enjoy step-by-step guides to cook Seasoned Pan-Fried Cod today!
- Prep5 mins
- Cook5 mins
- Serves2
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Smoky Paprika Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 58 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 2 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 91 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Unprocessed or minimally processed
- 1 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 42
- Heart Health
- 66
- Metabolic
- 12
- Digestive
- 21
- Inflammatory
- 54
- Performance
- 46
- General Wellness
- 1
Combine 1 tsp of [ingredient:80f59945-cf9c-4faa-bbeb-70c9a1184fa2], 0.5 tsp of To Taste Kosher Salt, 0.25 tsp of [ingredient:9a3bdc00-3085-4b2f-8d7e-f5fa997bd23d], 0.25 tsp of [ingredient:59507f9b-2118-4f3f-8f65-de8ce6186223], and 0.125 tsp of Celery Seed(s) in a bowl until evenly mixed; coat 12 oz of Cod on all sides with the seasoning and set them on a plate.
- 2
Melt 1 tbsp of Melted Butter in a skillet over medium-high heat, then add the seasoned 12 oz of Cod and fry for 3 minutes.
- 3
Flip the filets, add 1 tbsp of Lemon Juice to the skillet, and continue frying until the cod flakes easily with a fork, about 2 minutes more; transfer to a serving plate and garnish with 2 tsp of Chopped Parsley.
- Calories 206.78 kcal Moderate 10%
- Protein 30.92 g Good Source 62%
- Carbohydrate 1.42 g 1%
- Total Fat 8.37 g Moderate 11%
- Saturated Fat 4.23 g High 21%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 93.44 mg High 31%
- Sodium 131.19 mg Moderate 6%
- Dietary Fiber 0.25 g Low Source 1%
- Total Sugars 0.19 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 38.0 mg Low Source 3%
- Iron 0.9 mg Low Source 5%
- Potassium 743.14 mg Moderate 16%
- Vitamin A 13.96 mcg Low Source 2%
- Vitamin C 3.77 mg Low Source 4%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Celery
About This Recipe
Smoky Paprika Pan Fried Cod with Lemon is made with 9 ingredients and serves 2. It takes about 10 mins and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter, Celery Seed, Fresh Parsley, and Garlic Powder. Each serving provides about 206.78 kcal, and is a good source of protein.
Recipe Questions
- What is Smoky Paprika Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter, Celery Seed, Fresh Parsley, Garlic Powder, Lemon Juice. The full list of 9 is above.
- How long does it take to make Smoky Paprika Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon?
- About 10 mins in total: 5 mins to prepare and 5 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 206.78 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Smoky Paprika Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 9 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Smoky Paprika Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon healthy?
- Smoky Paprika Pan-Fried Cod with Lemon has an easyChef Pro health score of 49/100. Per serving, it provides 206.78 calories and 30.92 g of protein, or 62% of the Daily Value. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 131.19 mg (6% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.23 g (21% of the Daily Value). It contains Celery, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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