Pan Seared Cod with Basil Sauce
Delight your taste buds with this elegant Pan Seared Cod with Basil Sauce, a recipe that combines tender, flaky cod fillets with a rich and creamy basil-infused sauce. Perfectly seasoned and pan-seared to golden perfection, the cod is elevated by a luxurious blend of fresh basil, garlic, parmesan cheese, and a splash of zesty lemon juice. This simple yet sophisticated dish is ready in just 30 minutes, making it an ideal choice for busy weeknights or impressive dinner parties. Serve it alongside steamed vegetables, fluffy rice, or crusty bread to soak up every luscious drop of the sauce. Rich in flavor yet refreshingly light, this dish is a perfect harmony of creamy, herbaceous, and citrusy goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Cod fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup Heavy cream
- 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
Instructions
Pat the cod fillets dry using paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the cod fillets skin-side down if applicable.
Cook the cod for 3-4 minutes on one side without disturbing it, then gently flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes or until it is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 2 tablespoons of butter over medium heat.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the skillet. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to let the garlic burn.
Add the fresh basil leaves to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until wilted.
Reduce the heat to low and add the heavy cream and Parmesan cheese. Stir until the cheese has melted and the sauce is smooth and creamy.
Stir in the lemon juice for a touch of acidity. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Return the seared cod fillets to the skillet, spooning the basil sauce over the top to coat.
Cook for an additional 2 minutes to warm the fish through.
Serve the cod fillets with the basil sauce drizzled generously over the top. Pair with steamed vegetables, rice, or crusty bread for a complete meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 159.0 g | 204% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.8 g | 369% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 668 mg | 223% | |
| Sodium | 3039 mg | 132% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.0 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.5 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 153.5 g | 307% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 404 mg | 31% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 3443 mg | 73% | |
*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.
