Seared Cod with Tomato Basil Sauce
Delight your taste buds with this elegant seafood dish that brings together the vibrant flavors of the Mediterranean. The seared cod is complemented by a fresh tomato basil sauce, making it a perfect meal for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dinner
- Method: No bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup vegetable broth
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
Instructions
- Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper, then lightly dust them with flour.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cod fillets and sear until golden brown on both sides, about 3-4 minutes per side. Remove the cod from the skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent. Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute.
- Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and cook until they begin to soften and break down.
- Pour in the vegetable broth, bring to a simmer, and let the liquid reduce by half.
- Return the seared cod fillets to the skillet. Cover and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Sprinkle the dish with freshly chopped basil before serving.
Nutrition
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg