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Pan-Seared Cod with Garlic Cream Sauce

Pan-Seared Cod with Garlic Cream Sauce

Enjoy a flavorful Pan-Seared Cod with Garlic Cream Sauce, ready in just 30 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Seafood
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Use fresh for best flavor and texture.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Essential for a perfect sear.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Adjust to your preference.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper Fresh cracked is ideal.
  • 1 teaspoon Paprika For smoky flavor and color.
For the Garlic Cream Sauce
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced for best flavor.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Coconut cream can replace for dairy-free.
  • 1/2 cup Chicken/Vegetable Broth Opt for low-sodium if preferred.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 2 wedges Lemon For serving.

Equipment

  • Skillet

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. Pat cod fillets dry, season with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Sear cod for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  4. Sauté minced garlic in the skillet until fragrant.
  5. Add broth to skillet, scrape bottom, and simmer for 2-3 minutes.
  6. Stir in heavy cream and cook until thickened, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. Let the sauce simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Combine the seared cod with the sauce in the skillet.
  9. Garnish with parsley and serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.

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