Cod in Pine Nut Sauce
Elevate your seafood dinner with this luxurious Cod in Pine Nut Sauce, a dish that combines tender, golden-browned cod fillets with a velvety sauce bursting with nutty richness and vibrant citrus notes. This recipe highlights the natural flavors of fresh cod, brought to life by a creamy pine nut sauce infused with garlic and a hint of lemon. Toasted pine nuts add an irresistible crunch, while a garnish of fresh parsley adds a bright, herbaceous finish. Quick and easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this gourmet-level dish is perfect for impressing guests or enjoying a refined weeknight meal. Serve it alongside roasted vegetables, buttery rice, or crusty bread for a complete, mouthwatering experience.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces (6 ounces each) fresh cod fillets
- 1 cup pine nuts
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
Instructions
Pat the cod fillets dry with a paper towel. Season both sides with half the salt and black pepper.
Lightly dredge each fillet in the all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess, and set aside.
In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the butter over medium heat.
Add the cod fillets to the skillet and cook for 3–4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer the fillets to a plate and cover with foil to keep warm.
In the same skillet, add the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and reduce heat to medium-low.
Add the pine nuts and toast them for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently, until they turn golden and fragrant.
Finely mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly to prevent burning.
Stir in the heavy cream, lemon juice, and the remaining salt and black pepper. Let the sauce simmer for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
Return the cod fillets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over each fillet. Reduce the heat to low and cook for another 2–3 minutes to warm through.
Transfer the cod fillets to serving plates, generously spoon the pine nut sauce over each fillet, and garnish with chopped parsley.
Serve immediately with your choice of side dishes, such as roasted vegetables or rice.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2965 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 243.6 g | 312% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.4 g | 377% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 46.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 594 mg | 198% | |
| Sodium | 2820 mg | 123% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 145.2 g | 290% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.8 mcg | 34% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 3804 mg | 81% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
