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Quick Pan-Seared Cod

Quick Pan-Seared Cod in Buttery White Wine Magic

Discover the magic of Quick Pan-Seared Cod with a buttery white wine sauce in just 20 minutes!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 1.5 lbs Cod, cut into 6 oz fillets Substitute halibut if preferred.
  • to taste Salt Essential for seasoning.
  • to taste Black Pepper Adjust according to your taste.
For the Sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Olive Oil Can substitute with neutral oil.
  • 3 tablespoon Butter, divided Use unsalted for better control.
  • 3 cloves Garlic, minced Infuses flavor into the sauce.
  • 2 teaspoon Flour Swap with cornstarch for gluten-free.
  • ½ cup Dry White Wine Choose a drinkable wine.
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Can use half-and-half for lighter option.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice Fresh is always best!
  • 2 sprigs Fresh Thyme Substitute with dill or rosemary as desired.

Equipment

  • large skillet

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels, then season both sides with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.
  2. Heat olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  3. Add the seasoned cod fillets to the pan, cooking for 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through.
  4. Remove the cod from the skillet and keep warm under foil.
  5. In the same skillet, lower the heat and add the remaining butter, minced garlic, and flour, stirring for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. Slowly pour in dry white wine and lemon juice, stirring continuously, and allow to simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  7. Stir in heavy cream and fresh thyme, seasoning to taste with salt and pepper, and let simmer for another 3-5 minutes.
  8. Return the cod fillets to the skillet, spooning sauce over the top and allow to warm for an additional 2 minutes.
  9. Plate the cod fillets draped in sauce and garnish with thyme or parsley; serve immediately with rice or bread.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 30gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 700mgSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover cod in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Freeze tightly wrapped for up to 3 months.

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