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Pan-Seared Cod in Garlic Cream Sauce for Gourmet Nights

Delight in this Pan-Seared Cod with Garlic Cream Sauce, a quick gourmet dish that elevates your weeknight meals.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Fresh fillets; halibut can be substituted.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Avocado oil can also be used for a higher smoke point.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika Smoked paprika adds extra depth.
For the Sauce
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut milk is a dairy-free alternative.
  • 1 cup Chicken or Vegetable Broth Choose low-sodium for a healthier option.
For Garnishing
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 1 wedge Lemon For serving.

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Measuring cups
  • Measuring spoons
  • Knife
  • Cutting board

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. Sear the cod fillets for 4-5 minutes on one side until golden brown; flip and cook 4-5 minutes on the other side.
  4. Sauté minced garlic in the same skillet for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Pour in chicken or vegetable broth, deglazing the skillet and bringing to a gentle simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Reduce heat and stir in heavy cream; allow sauce to simmer for 5 minutes until thickened.
  7. Return seared cod fillets to the skillet and spoon sauce over them; heat for an additional 2 minutes.
  8. Remove from heat, garnish with chopped parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 32gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 110mgSodium: 350mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 80mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Pat cod dry before seasoning to ensure a golden crust. Monitor garlic closely to prevent bitterness. Customize with vegetables as desired.

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