Description
Hearty Cod Delight promises a Mediterranean-inspired culinary journey with fresh ingredients and simple preparation. Flaky fish combines with zesty herbs, promising a delicious meal that connects you to coastal traditions.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each, 170g)
- 3 cloves garlic, minced (9g)
- 3 cups baby spinach (90g)
- ½ cup sun-dried tomatoes, chopped (55g)
- ½ cup grated Parmesan cheese (50g)
- 1 cup heavy cream (240ml)
- ½ cup chicken broth (120ml)
- 1 tbsp olive oil (15ml)
- ½ tsp salt (2g)
- ½ tsp Italian seasoning (2g)
- ¼ tsp black pepper (1g)
Instructions
- Searing Preparation: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until it shimmers with a vibrant glow.
- Cod Seasoning: Coat cod fillets generously with kosher salt and black pepper, ensuring an even distribution on both sides.
- Fillet Browning: Place seasoned cod into the hot skillet, searing each side for 4 minutes to create a golden-brown crust while maintaining a tender interior.
- Flavor Foundation: Remove cod and reduce skillet heat to medium, then add minced garlic and sauté briefly to release its aromatic essence.
- Sauce Creation: Pour heavy cream and chicken broth into the skillet, whisking to create a smooth base, then incorporate Parmesan cheese until melted and velvety.
- Ingredient Infusion: Introduce sun-dried tomatoes and Italian seasoning, allowing flavors to develop and meld for 3-4 minutes.
- Green Enhancement: Fold fresh spinach into the sauce, cooking until wilted and tender.
- Final Fusion: Return cod fillets to the skillet, gently spooning the herb-infused sauce over the fish and simmering for an additional 3-4 minutes.
- Serving Finale: Adjust seasoning to taste and serve immediately, presenting the cod nestled in its luxurious sauce.
Notes
- Perfect Searing Technique: Get a golden-brown crust by using high heat and avoiding overcrowding the skillet, which helps develop rich flavor and crispy exterior.
- Cream Sauce Magic: Melt Parmesan slowly and stir consistently to prevent separation and create a smooth, velvety texture that coats the fish beautifully.
- Preventing Garlic Burn: Reduce heat to medium when adding garlic and stir constantly for 60 seconds to release flavor without turning bitter or scorched.
- Spinach Wilting Secret: Add spinach last and cook briefly to maintain vibrant color, prevent sogginess, and preserve its fresh, delicate nutrients.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5
- Calories: 570
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 27g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 150mg