Best 3 Pan Seared Cod With Herb Butter Sauce And Roasted Green Beans Recipes

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Pan-seared cod with herb butter sauce and roasted green beans is a delightful dish that combines the delicate flavor of cod with the richness of herb butter and the freshness of roasted green beans. This dish is perfect for a special occasion meal or a weeknight dinner and can be easily prepared using a few simple ingredients. The cod is seared until golden brown and flaky, then topped with a creamy herb butter sauce made with fresh herbs like parsley, chives, and tarragon. The roasted green beans add a vibrant color and a slightly crunchy texture to the dish. Served together, these elements create a harmonious and flavorful meal that will tantalize your taste buds.

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PAN SEARED COD WITH HERB BUTTER SAUCE AND ROASTED GREEN BEANS



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Make and share this Pan Seared Cod With Herb Butter Sauce and Roasted Green Beans recipe from Food.com.

Provided by tnap65

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 1h

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 garlic cloves
1 lemon
7 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 1/2 lbs green beans
3/4 teaspoon sugar
1 shallot
1/4 cup basil
4 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
4 (6 -8 ounce) skinless cod fish fillets, 1 - 1 1/2 inch thick
1/3 cup white wine

Steps:

  • adjust oven rack to lowest position and heat to 475 degrees. Mince garlic, grate 2 teaspoons lemon zest and squeeze 2 tablespoons juice. Combine 3 tablespoons oil, garlic and 1 teaspoon lemon zest in large bowl and microwave until bubbling, about a minute. Whisk mustard lemon juice, salt and pepper into garlic mixture, set aside.
  • Trim green beans. Toss sugar , 1 tablespoon of oil, green beans, salt and pepper together on rimmed baking sheet. spread green beans into even layer, cover tightly with aluminum foil and roast for 10 minutes.
  • While green beans steam, mince shallot. Chop 1/4 cup basil. Cut butter into 4 pieces. Place flour in shallow dish. Pat cod dry with paper towels and season with salt and pepper. Dredge lightly in flour.
  • Remove foil from green beans , stir andcontinue to roast until brown, 10 - 12 minutes. Transfer green beans to bowl with dressing, add two tablespoons chopped basil, and toss to combine.
  • while green beans roast heat two tablespoons oil in 12 inch skillet until just smoking. Place cod in skillet and cook until golden and flakes apart when prodded with apring knife. Transfer to plate.
  • Add remaining 1 tablespoon oil, shallot and 1/4 teaspoon salt to now empty skillet. Cook over medium heat, cook over medium heat until softened about 1 minute. Add wine, remaining 1 tablespoon lemon juice and simmer until reduced by half, about two minutes. Off heat, whisk in butter and remaining two tablespoons basil. Pour over cod. serve with green beans.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 591.4, Fat 36.9, SaturatedFat 10.9, Cholesterol 104.2, Sodium 121.5, Carbohydrate 27.9, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 7, Protein 35.9

SEARED COD WITH CHIVE BUTTER SAUCE



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Provided by Aaron McCargo Jr.

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

4 (6-ounce) cod fillets
Panko bread crumbs
2 eggs, for egg wash
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
4 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon butter
1 sprig fresh thyme
Butter Sauce, recipe follows
2 cups white wine (recommended: Chardonnay)
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 shallot, sliced
2 clove garlic, smashed
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons cold butter
3 tablespoons chopped chives
Freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place the fillets on a sheet tray or rack so the fish can release its natural juices.
  • Place the bread crumbs into a shallow dish. In a separate shallow dish add 2 beaten eggs. Season both sides of the fillet with salt and pepper. Once seasoned, brush the belly side of the cod with the egg. Dip the egg side into the bread crumbs.
  • In a cast iron skillet add grapeseed oil. Before placing fish into pan, make sure the skillet is very hot. Sear only 1 side of the fish (the side with the bread crumbs). Once 1 side is seared, place the skillet in the oven for about 3 to 4 minutes until cooked.
  • Once the fish is cooked, flip it over and add the lemon juice, butter and sprig of thyme. Let melt and baste the fish with the juice.
  • Pour over the Butter Sauce and serve.
  • In saucepan, add wine, sprigs of thyme, shallot and garlic. Set on back burner to allow the wine to reduce. Once the sauce is reduced to a syrup, strain and add the heavy cream, and lemon juice and bring to a slight simmer.
  • Whisk in cold butter and once melted add the fresh chives and season with black pepper.

PAN-SEARED COD



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Cod has a soft, buttery appeal that goes with cilantro, onions and crunchy pine nuts. This pan-seared cod is the easiest preparation I've found. -Lucy Lu Wang, Seattle, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1/2 large sweet onion, thinly sliced
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
1 tablespoon pine nuts or sliced almonds

Steps:

  • Pat cod dry with paper towels; sprinkle with salt and pepper. In a large nonstick skillet, heat 2 tablespoons oil over medium-high heat. Brown fillets lightly on both sides; remove from pan., In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 4-5 minutes. Stir in wine; cook until onion is lightly browned, stirring occasionally, 3-4 minutes longer. Return cod to pan. Reduce heat to low; cook, covered, until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes., Remove cod from pan. Stir cilantro and pine nuts into onion; serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 378 calories, Fat 24g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 691mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 28g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality cod fillets: Look for fillets that are firm and opaque, with no signs of bruising or discoloration.
  • Season the cod fillets generously: Use a combination of salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices to create a flavorful crust.
  • Sear the cod fillets over high heat: This will create a crispy outer layer and help to lock in the juices.
  • Reduce the heat and continue to cook the cod fillets until they are opaque throughout: Use a fork to gently flake the cod to check for doneness.
  • Make the herb butter sauce while the cod is cooking: This will allow the flavors to meld and create a rich, creamy sauce.
  • Roast the green beans until they are tender-crisp: This will add a delicious side dish to your meal.
  • Serve the cod fillets with the herb butter sauce and roasted green beans: Garnish with fresh herbs for a finishing touch.

Conclusion:

Pan-seared cod with herb butter sauce and roasted green beans is a delicious and easy-to-make meal that is perfect for any occasion. The cod fillets are seared to perfection and the herb butter sauce is rich and creamy. The roasted green beans add a delicious side dish to the meal. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.

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