Pan-Seared Cod with Garlic Cream Sauce
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of Pan-Seared Cod with Garlic Cream Sauce, a dish that effortlessly combines elegance and comfort. This recipe features succulent cod fillets seared to perfection and enveloped in a rich, creamy garlic sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Perfect for any occasion—from weeknight dinners to festive gatherings—this dish is sure to impress family and friends alike. With simple ingredients and easy-to-follow steps, you can create a gourmet meal right in your kitchen.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Seafood
Ingredients
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- 4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
- Lemon wedges (for serving)
Instructions
- Pat cod fillets dry and season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Add seasoned cod fillets; cook for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from skillet.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in chicken or vegetable broth; bring to a simmer, scraping up browned bits from the pan.
- Reduce heat to low; slowly stir in heavy cream until combined.
- Allow sauce to simmer for about 5 minutes to thicken slightly; season as needed.
- Return cod fillets to skillet; spoon sauce over fish for another 2 minutes.
- Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with sauce (approx. 6 ounces)
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 38g
- Saturated Fat: 22g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 43g
- Cholesterol: 156mg