Description
Baked Cod with Orange Beurre Blanc is a delightful dish that marries the flaky texture of cod with a rich, citrus-infused butter sauce, making it perfect for any occasion. This recipe is not only quick to prepare, taking just 30 minutes from start to finish, but it’s also a feast for the senses – visually stunning and bursting with flavor. The bright orange beurre blanc sauce adds sophistication and warmth, ensuring that your meal feels both gourmet and comforting. Ideal for family dinners or entertaining guests, this cod dish will leave everyone impressed and satisfied.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 (6-ounce) cod filets
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper (to taste)
- 1 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into 1-tablespoon pieces)
- ¼ cup finely chopped shallots
- ¼ cup dry white grape juice
- 2 tablespoons white grape juice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons fresh orange juice
- â…“ cup heavy cream
- Kosher salt (to taste)
- 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Drizzle olive oil over the cod filets in a baking dish, seasoning them with salt and pepper.
- Bake the cod for about 14 to 15 minutes until opaque and flaking easily with a fork.
- While the fish bakes, melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a pan over medium heat. Add shallots and whisk for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Pour in white grape juice, vinegar, and orange juice. Whisk continuously until reduced to about 2 tablespoons of liquid remaining.
- Stir in heavy cream and salt; bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, adding cold butter pieces while whisking until smooth.
- Plate the baked cod and drizzle generously with orange beurre blanc before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 532
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 645mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 25g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 110mg