Cod with Cream Sauce
Tender cod fillets in a rich, creamy sauce with red bell pepper, capers, and fresh parsley. A quick and elegant weeknight dinner that feels special but comes together in about 30 minutes.
- Total time
- 30 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 30g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Pat the 4 cod fillets dry and season both sides with the 1 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper.
Step 2
Heat the 2 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add the cod and cook until golden and opaque, about 4 minutes per side. Remove to a plate.
Step 3
In the same skillet, add the 1 sliced red bell pepper and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
Step 4
Pour in the 1 cup heavy cream and the 2 tbsp capers. Stir and bring to a simmer, scraping up any browned bits, until the sauce thickens slightly, about 3 minutes.
Step 5
Return the cod to the skillet and spoon the sauce over. Simmer gently until the fish is heated through, about 2 minutes.
Step 6
Sprinkle with the 2 tbsp chopped parsley and serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- large skillet
- spatula
- cutting board
- knife
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