Pan-Seared Cod with Garlic Cream Sauce
Pan-Seared Cod with Garlic Cream Sauce is a mouthwatering dish that brings together the delicate flavor of cod and a rich, savory garlic cream sauce. Perfect for any occasion, this recipe is not only quick and easy but also visually stunning. With just a few steps, you can impress your family and friends with a gourmet meal that’s ready in under 40 minutes. Serve it alongside rice or fresh vegetables for a complete dining experience that will delight every palate.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
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 the cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
- Sear the cod fillets for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, sauté minced garlic for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add chicken or vegetable broth and bring to a simmer while scraping the bottom of the skillet.
- Reduce heat to low, stir in heavy cream, and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Return the cod to the skillet, spoon sauce over the fish, and heat through for another 2 minutes.
- Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet (170g)
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 580 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 14 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 6 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg