Pan Seared Cod With Green Tahini Sauce Recipe

Name: Pan Seared Cod With Green Tahini Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound fresh cod fillets; salt; black pepper; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 cup green tahini sauce; 1 cup loosely packed flat leaf parsley; 3/4 cup tahini; 1/2 cup loosely packed cilantro; 1/2 cup olive oil; 1/4 cup loosely packed dill; 1/4 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons); 2 green onions, chopped; 2 garlic cloves; 1/2 teaspoon cumin; salt to taste; 1/4 to 1/2 cup water as needed

Servings: persons

1 pound fresh cod fillets
salt
black pepper
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 cup green tahini sauce
1 cup loosely packed flat leaf parsley
3/4 cup tahini
1/2 cup loosely packed cilantro
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 cup loosely packed dill
1/4 cup lemon juice (about 2 lemons)
2 green onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves
1/2 teaspoon cumin
salt to taste
1/4 to 1/2 cup water as needed

1
Pat cod filets dry and season generously with salt and black pepper. Heat a large nonstick skillet high heat. When the pan is hot, add canola oil; reduce heat to medium-high. Add fish to pan, skin side down (if applicable), and cook 2-3 minutes on each side or until fish begins to brown.
2
Add butter to pan. When melted, baste the fish with butter, cooking and basting for 1 to 2 minutes. Remove pan from heat. Serve cod immediately with Green Tahini Sauce.
3
Green Tahini Sauce: In a high-powered blender, combine first 10 ingredients (through salt); blend until smooth. Add water to loosen thickness to desired consistency.
4
When frying fish, if it seems to be sticking to the pan, allow it to cook a bit longer and it should release easily.

511

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound fresh cod fillets, salt, black pepper, 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into pieces, and more.

Yes, Pan Seared Cod With Green Tahini Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Pan Seared Cod With Green Tahini Sauce

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