Description
This Cod in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce is a flavorful and healthy dish featuring delicate, flaky cod fillets simmered in a rich, creamy roasted red pepper sauce. The combination of the smoky sweetness of roasted red peppers and the mild cod creates a perfectly balanced, comforting meal. This dish is great served with rice, pasta, or roasted vegetables for a complete meal.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cod:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 teaspoon paprika (optional, for extra flavor)
For the Roasted Red Pepper Sauce:
- 2 roasted red peppers (jarred or homemade)
- 1/4 cup onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup heavy cream or coconut cream for a dairy-free version
- 1/4 cup chicken broth or vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Cod:
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season with salt, pepper, and paprika (if using). - Cook the Cod:
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium 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. - Make the Roasted Red Pepper Sauce:
In the same skillet, add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Sauté the chopped onion and minced garlic for 2-3 minutes, or until softened and fragrant. Add the roasted red peppers, smoked paprika, and oregano, and cook for another 2 minutes. - Blend the Sauce:
Transfer the onion, garlic, and roasted red pepper mixture to a blender or use an immersion blender in the skillet. Blend until smooth. Return the sauce to the skillet. - Finish the Sauce:
Add the heavy cream (or coconut cream) and broth to the sauce. Stir to combine and bring to a simmer. Let the sauce cook for 3-4 minutes until slightly thickened. Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper as needed. - Combine Cod and Sauce:
Return the cooked cod fillets to the skillet, spooning some of the sauce over the top of the fish. Let the cod simmer in the sauce for 2-3 minutes to absorb the flavors. - Serve:
Garnish with fresh parsley and serve the cod with your choice of sides, such as rice, pasta, or steamed vegetables.
Notes
- You can use any white fish fillet, such as halibut or tilapia, in place of cod.
- For a more intense flavor, try adding a squeeze of lemon juice to the sauce just before serving.
- If you prefer a spicier sauce, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the roasted red pepper mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Sautéing, Blending
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with sauce
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg