Description
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Pan-Seared Cod with Garlic Cream Sauce, where perfectly golden cod fillets meet a rich, velvety sauce infused with garlic and a hint of lemon. This delightful dish is quick to prepare, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions. With each bite, you’ll experience a harmony of buttery textures and fresh aromas that will transport you to gourmet bliss.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 fresh cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the cod fillets and sear for 3-4 minutes until golden brown.
- Carefully flip the fillets and cook for an additional 3 minutes until opaque and flaky. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Gradually pour in heavy cream while stirring to combine. Let simmer for about 5 minutes until slightly thickened.
- Stir in lemon juice and parsley right before serving.
- Return the cod fillets to the skillet for an additional 2 minutes to soak up the sauce.
- Serve warm over rice or alongside steamed vegetables.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with sauce (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 540
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 46g
- Cholesterol: 120mg