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A plate of pan seared cod covered in a buttery caper sauce. The fish is garnished with fresh parsley and lemon slices.

Pan Seared Cod Piccata

Description

This Pan Seared Cod Piccata features tender, seared cod filets topped with a zesty lemon butter caper sauce that’s both rich and refreshing.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 1/2 pounds cod
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 2 tablespoons rice flour or cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 6 tablespoons butter, divided
  • 3/4 cup chicken stock
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 2 tablespoons capers, rinsed and drained
  • 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley, plus more for garnish
  • Lemon slices, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Pat the cod filets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
  2. In a shallow dish, combine the flour, rice flour or cornstarch, with a pinch of salt and pepper.
  3. Dredge the cod filets in the flour mixture, coating both sides.
  4. Heat the olive oil with two tablespoons of butter in a pan over medium-high heat.
  5. Once heated, sear the cod on both sides until fully cooked (about 3-4 minutes on the first side, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes). Transfer the cod to a platter and keep warm.
  6. In the same pan, remove any excess grease. Pour in the chicken stock, lemon juice and two tablespoons of butter.
  7. Simmer the sauce until it thickens.
  8. Add the capers, fresh parsley, and the remaining two tablespoons of butter to the sauce. Stir until the butter melts and the sauce is smooth.
  9. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more stock.
  10. Spoon the lemon butter caper sauce over the seared cod.
  11. Garnish with fresh parsley and lemon slices before serving.
  12. ENJOY!

Notes

  • Fresh cod is best. If using frozen, be sure to thaw properly in the fridge.
  • Pat the cod filets dry before seasoning and dredging.
  • Make sure the oil and butter are hot before adding the cod to the pan.
  • Try not to overcook the fish. Cook times will vary depending upon the thickness of the fish.
  • Keep the fish warm in a warmed oven (turned off) while you prepare the piccata sauce.
  • If the sauce is too thick, add in a touch more stock.
  • Easily substitute the cod with your favorite white fish or even salmon.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner
  • Method: Easy
  • Cuisine: Seafood

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