Poor Man's Lobster

5 from 1 vote

What a great meal to put together for a dinner party or just a quiet night at home. The way this cod is prepared brings out the freshness in the seafood with no "fishy" taste. It really does taste like lobster!

Prep Time15

Cook Time25

Course: seafood

Cuisine: Western

Keyword: budget-friendly seafood, imitation lobster dish, easy fish recipe

Servings:

Calories: 869kcal

Author: Sara

Ingredients

6 6 oz. cod fillets
6 cups water
1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons salt
Melted butter to brush fillets and for dipping
½ lemon
Paprika and lemon-pepper seasoning to taste

Instructions

Preheat your broiler.
Wrap a broiler pan with aluminum foil (easier clean up) and spray with nonstick spray. Make sure you shape the aluminum foil to the grooves on your broiler pan so the excess liquid has somewhere to go and your fish doesn’t have to sit in it.
Place the fish in a large saucepan. Mix together the water, sugar, and salt. Pour the water-mixture over the fish. The water-mixture should fully cover the fish, if it doesn’t add more water. Bring the water to a boil over a medium-high heat. Boil for 3 to 5 minutes depending on the thickness of the cod fillet.
Remove fillets from water, brush with melted butter, and season with lemon-pepper and paprika. Squeeze some lemon juice over the top.
Broil for about 7 minutes on low or until the fillets are opaque and flake with a fork. Serve with melted butter.

Notes

Adjust Boiling Time Based On Thickness: The boiling time for the cod fillets can vary depending on their thickness. Thicker fillets may require a longer boiling time to cook through properly, while thinner fillets may cook more quickly. Keep an eye on the fillets and adjust the boiling time accordingly to avoid overcooking.
Properly Shape Aluminum Foil For Easy Cleanup: When wrapping the broiler pan with aluminum foil for easier cleanup, take care to shape the foil to fit the grooves of the pan. This helps ensure that any excess liquid from the boiling process can drain away, preventing the fish from sitting in it and becoming soggy.
Use Low Broil Setting: When broiling the seasoned cod fillets, opt for the low broil setting to prevent them from cooking too quickly on the outside while remaining undercooked inside. This allows for more even cooking and ensures that the fillets are opaque and flaky when done.

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