Description

Treat yourself to a delightful meal with Pan-Seared Cod featuring a tomato basil sauce. This simple yet flavorful dish combines juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh herbs, all enhanced with a splash of white wine. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a healthy meal choice, it’s a homemade masterpiece that will impress anyone at your table!

Ingredients

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2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
3 large cloves of garlic, finely minced
1 pint juicy cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
1/4 cup dry white wine
1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 and 1/2 pounds fresh cod, cut into 4 fillets

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Instructions

Warm olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat.
Add crushed red pepper flakes and minced garlic, sautéing for 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.
Introduce the cherry tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 8 to 12 minutes until soft and blistered but retaining their shape.
Pour in the white wine, stir, and let the mixture gently simmer.
Stir in basil, lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, sugar, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 2 minutes, then adjust seasoning as desired.
Transfer the sauce to a bowl and set aside for later use.

Notes

To make the sauce saucier, add an extra 1/4 cup of white wine.
Serve with a side of pasta or rice to complement the dish.
Fresh ingredients like basil and lemon are key for the best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
Calories: 320
Sugar: 4g
Sodium: 350mg
Fat: 15g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 12g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 16g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 35g
Cholesterol: 60mg