Murray Cod Cutlets with Lemon, Herbs and Olive Salsa
Bring the flavours of the Mediterranean to your table with this simple and vibrant Murray Cod cutlet recipe. Featuring fresh lemon, herbs, olives, tomatoes, and extra virgin olive oil, this dish highlights the natural richness and delicate texture of premium Australian Murray Cod.
Perfect for a relaxed family dinner or entertaining guests, these Mediterranean-inspired fish cutlets are easy to prepare and packed with fresh, coastal flavours.
Ingredients
For the Murray Cod Cutlets
- 4 Murray Cod cutlets, skin on
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and cracked black pepper
Mediterranean Olive Salsa
- ½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup Kalamata olives, sliced
- 2 tbsp capers
- ½ small red onion, finely sliced
- ¼ cup fresh parsley, chopped
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Juice of ½ lemon
Method
1. Prepare the Murray Cod Cutlets
Pat the Murray Cod cutlets dry with paper towel. Season both sides with salt, pepper, oregano, and smoked paprika.
Drizzle with olive oil and rub with chopped garlic and lemon slices. Allow the cutlets to marinate for 15–20 minutes to absorb the flavours.
2. Cook the Cutlets
Heat a large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add a drizzle of olive oil and cook the Murray Cod cutlets for 4–5 minutes on each side, depending on thickness, until golden and the flesh flakes easily.
Alternatively, cook on a barbecue grill for a delicious smoky flavour.
3. Make the Mediterranean Salsa
While the fish is cooking, combine cherry tomatoes, olives, capers, red onion, parsley, olive oil, and lemon juice in a bowl. Toss gently to combine.
4. Serve
Place the cooked Murray Cod cutlets on a serving plate and spoon over the Mediterranean olive salsa.
Serve with roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, couscous, or a fresh garden salad.
Tips for Cooking Murray Cod Cutlets
- Keep the skin on: The skin helps lock in moisture and creates a delicious crispy finish when pan-seared.
- Don’t overcook: Murray Cod is naturally moist and tender, so cook just until the flesh becomes opaque and flakes easily.
- Use fresh flavours: Lemon, herbs, and quality olive oil complement the fish without overpowering its delicate flavour.
The combination of buttery Murray Cod, zesty lemon, aromatic herbs, and a colourful olive salsa creates a restaurant-quality meal that is simple enough to enjoy any night of the week.