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Garlic Butter Cod Stripswith Sweet Chili Lime Sauce

Recipe by Lora Chef on FacebookAdded 22 March 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 15 to cook. This Garlic Butter Cod Strips with Sweet Chili Lime Sauce recipe is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish, perfect for a quick dinner. The combination of garlic butter, sweet chili flakes, and lime juice creates a delicious and tangy sauce that complements the cod perfectly.

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Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (400°F).

  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking.

  3. Season the cod strips with salt and black pepper to taste.

  4. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat, stirring occasionally.

  5. Add the minced garlic to the melted butter and cook for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Garlic smells fragrant but has not browned. Keep it moving in the butter to avoid bitter browned bits.

  6. Add the chili flakes to the garlic butter and cook for another minute, stirring constantly.

  7. Stir in the lime juice, honey, and soy sauce to create the sweet chili lime sauce.

  8. Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 2-3 minutes, until slightly thickened, stirring occasionally.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Sauce lightly coats a spoon and looks cohesive. Stir as it simmers so the sweet and savoury elements stay blended.

  9. Place the cod strips on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.

  10. Brush the garlic butter sauce evenly over the cod strips, making sure they are fully coated.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Cod is evenly glazed with sauce before baking. Brush across the tops and sides for an even finish.

  11. Bake the cod strips in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, until cooked through and flaky.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Fish separates into moist flakes when checked. Check a thicker strip first, since thinner pieces may finish sooner.

  12. Remove the cod from the oven and serve hot with additional sweet chili lime sauce if desired.

Tips while you cook

Preheat before sauce
Start the oven preheat step before melting butter.
Even coating
Brush the garlic butter sauce evenly over each cod strip before baking.
Single‑layer baking
Arrange cod strips in a single layer on the parchment‑lined sheet to promote even cooking.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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