Imagine a restaurant-quality meal that transforms your kitchen into a Parisian culinary haven in just 35 minutes! This elegant Pan Seared Cod Over Vegetable Ragout is not just a recipe—it's a sensory journey that combines the delicate, flaky texture of perfectly cooked cod with a vibrant medley of fresh vegetables. Whether you're looking to impress dinner guests or treat yourself to a gourmet weeknight meal, this dish promises to elevate your home cooking game with its stunning presentation and incredible flavors.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 35 mins
Cuisine: French
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets
- 2 cups mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots)
- 1 onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs (parsley or basil) for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare ingredients by patting cod fillets dry with paper towels and seasoning both sides generously with salt and pepper.
- Dice onion, mince garlic, and chop mixed vegetables (zucchini, bell peppers, carrots) into uniform bite-sized pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat, ensuring the pan is hot but not smoking.
- Add diced onions and garlic to the skillet, sauté for 2-3 minutes until onions become translucent and fragrant.
- Add mixed vegetables to the skillet, stirring occasionally and cooking for 5-6 minutes until vegetables are tender but still retain some crispness.
- Push vegetable mixture to one side of the skillet and add cod fillets to the empty space, allowing direct contact with hot pan surface.
- Sear cod fillets for 3-4 minutes on first side until golden brown, then carefully flip and cook additional 2-3 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily.
- Transfer vegetable ragout to serving plates, placing seared cod fillets on top of the vegetable mixture.
- Garnish with freshly chopped herbs like parsley or basil and serve immediately while hot.
Tips
- • Pat cod fillets completely dry before seasoning to ensure a beautiful golden-brown sear • Use a heavy-bottomed skillet for even heat distribution and perfect browning • Don't overcrowd the pan when cooking vegetables or fish to maintain high heat and prevent steaming • Choose fresh, firm cod fillets of similar thickness for consistent cooking • Season generously but carefully—salt and pepper can make or break the delicate fish flavor • Use high-heat oil like olive oil and ensure the pan is hot before adding ingredients • Cook vegetables to a crisp-tender stage to maintain their vibrant colors and nutrients • Garnish with fresh herbs just before serving to add a burst of color and fresh flavor • Serve immediately to enjoy the cod at its crispiest and vegetables at their most tender
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 12g
Protein: 30g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 70mg
