Pan Fried Cod in a Citrus and Basil Butter Sauce

An easy and tasty spring time meal of pan fried cod in a light citrus butter sauce and fresh basil. This is a healthy and delicious dinner option!

INGREDIENTS

• 1-1 1/2 pounds white cod filets
• 3 oranges
• 1 lemon
• 1/2 cup olive oil divided
• Fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
• Salt and black pepper

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Lay the cod filets in a shallow pan or baking dish.
2. Zest 1 orange and 1 lemon and add zest to the fish.
3. Squeeze the juice from the orange and lemon you just zested and add to 1/4 cup of the olive oil.

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