Pan Fried Cod With Asian Dressing Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this incredibly flavorful pan-fried cod, bathed in a vibrant Asian dressing. The recipe uses firm, flaky fish fillets (cod recommended!) and a quick-to-make dressing bursting with soy sauce, rice vinegar, and warming five-spice. It's a delicious and easy meal ready in under 40 minutes!

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 32 mins
Calories 268.1 kcal
Protein 85g
Rating 4.4 (11 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Pan Fried Cod With Asian Dressing

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How to Make Pan Fried Cod With Asian Dressing

  1. **Make the Asian Dressing:** In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 1 teaspoon five-spice powder. Bring to a simmer over medium heat.
  2. Simmer for 1 minute, stirring occasionally, until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tablespoon sesame oil. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  3. Set the dressing aside.
  4. **Prepare the Garnish:** Thinly slice 2 scallions (spring onions) and finely mince 1-2 red chilies (adjust to your spice preference).
  5. **Prepare the Fish:** Gently toss 2 (6-ounce) cod fillets in 1/4 cup seasoned flour (all-purpose flour seasoned with salt and pepper).
  6. **Pan-Fry the Cod:** Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the cod fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  7. **Combine Dressing and Garnish:** Gently reheat the Asian dressing in the saucepan. Add the sliced scallions and chilies. Cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
  8. **Serve:** Spoon the warm Asian dressing generously over the pan-fried cod fillets. Garnish with extra scallions or sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

2g

Fat

11g

Carbs

0g