Seared Cod with Spicy Mussel Aioli
Elevate your seafood game with this elegant recipe for Seared Cod with Spicy Mussel Aioli, a perfect harmony of bold flavors and refined cooking techniques. Tender, golden-seared cod fillets take center stage, offering a flaky and buttery bite that pairs beautifully with a zesty, creamy aioli infused with steamed mussels, garlic, and a kick of cayenne. The addition of dry white wine and fresh lemon juice gives the dish bright, tangy undertones, while paprika and parsley lend it a vibrant finish. Quick to prepare in just under 45 minutes, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an upscale dining experience, ideal for a dinner party or weeknight treat. Serve with a crusty baguette to soak up every drop of the velvety aioli—a seafood lover’s dream! Keywords: seared cod recipe, mussel aioli, seafood dinner ideas, spicy seafood dishes, elegant fish recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces Fresh cod fillets
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 pound Fresh mussels
- 2 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 cup Dry white wine
- 1 cup Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoons Cayenne pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons Paprika
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 1 loaf (optional) Fresh baguette or crusty bread
Instructions
Start by cleaning the mussels: Rinse them under cold water, remove any beards, and discard any open mussels that do not close when tapped.
In a medium pot over medium heat, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil and 1 minced garlic clove. Sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the mussels and dry white wine to the pot. Cover and steam for 5-7 minutes, or until the mussels open. Discard any that remain closed.
Strain the mussels, reserving 2 tablespoons of the mussel cooking liquid. Remove the mussels from their shells and set them aside.
In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, paprika, and the reserved mussel cooking liquid. Finely chop the mussel meat and stir it into the aioli. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and pepper.
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Once the oil is shimmering, add the cod fillets skin-side down (if the skin is on). Cook for 3-4 minutes without moving them, allowing the skin to crisp up.
Reduce the heat to medium, flip the fillets, and add the butter to the skillet. Spoon the melted butter over the fish as it cooks for an additional 3-4 minutes until the cod is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve the cod fillets with a generous dollop of spicy mussel aioli on top. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley.
Optional: Serve with slices of fresh baguette or crusty bread to soak up the aioli and juices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4312 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 268.4 g | 344% | |
| Saturated Fat | 43.1 g | 216% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 725 mg | 242% | |
| Sodium | 6050 mg | 263% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 236.4 g | 86% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.8 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.8 g | ||
| Protein | 203.9 g | 408% | |
| Vitamin D | 14.1 mcg | 71% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 27.4 mg | 152% | |
| Potassium | 4025 mg | 86% | |
*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.
