Cod fillet in cream sauce is a delicious and elegant dish that’s surprisingly simple to make. Here’s a recipe for Cod Fillets in a Creamy Lemon Dill Sauce:
Ingredients:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz/170 g each)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp butter
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1/2 cup chicken broth (or fish stock)
- Juice and zest of 1 lemon
- 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried dill)
- 1 tbsp all-purpose flour (optional, for thickening)
- Lemon wedges, for serving
- Fresh dill or parsley, for garnish
Instructions:
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Prepare the Cod:
- Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season them with salt and pepper on both sides.
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Cook the Cod:
- Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the cod fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside.
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Make the Sauce:
- In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, until fragrant.
- Stir in the flour (if using) and cook for 1 minute to eliminate the raw flour taste.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth and then the heavy cream. Bring the mixture to a simmer, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the lemon juice, lemon zest, Dijon mustard, and chopped dill. Let the sauce simmer for 3-5 minutes, until it slightly thickens. If you used flour, it should thicken faster. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
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Combine and Serve:
- Return the cooked cod fillets to the skillet and spoon the sauce over them. Let them heat through for about 2-3 minutes.
- Garnish with additional fresh dill or parsley if desired.
- Serve with lemon wedges on the side.
This dish pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables, rice, or mashed potatoes. Enjoy your creamy, flavorful cod fillets!
