Description
This Baked Cod with Orange Beurre Blanc recipe is a delightful way to enjoy tender cod fillets baked to perfection and topped with a luxurious orange-infused butter sauce. The citrusy notes of the beurre blanc complement the mild flavor of the cod, creating a sophisticated and flavorful seafood dish that is perfect for a special dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Cod:
- 4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Orange Beurre Blanc:
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 1 shallot, finely minced
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter, cut into cubes
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard (optional)
- Chopped chives or parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 400°F. Grease a baking dish.
- Prepare cod: Place cod fillets in the baking dish, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper. Bake for 12–15 minutes until cooked through.
- Make beurre blanc: In a saucepan, simmer white wine, orange juice, zest, vinegar, and shallot. Whisk in butter cubes slowly until emulsified. Stir in Dijon mustard if desired.
- Finish and serve: Strain sauce, if preferred, keep warm. Serve baked cod topped with beurre blanc and garnish with herbs.
Notes
- For a lighter sauce, reduce butter amount or add a touch of cream at the end.
- Pair with rice pilaf or roasted asparagus for a complete meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 310mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
