Seared Cod with Chive Butter Sauce Recipe

Name: Seared Cod with Chive Butter Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 (6-ounce) cod fillets; Panko bread crumbs; 2 eggs, for egg wash; Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper; 4 tablespoons grapeseed oil; 1/2 lemon, juiced; 1 tablespoon butter; 1 sprig fresh thyme; Butter Sauce, recipe follows; 2 cups white wine (recommended: Chardonnay); 2 sprigs fresh thyme; 1 shallot, sliced; 2 clove garlic, smashed; 2 tablespoons heavy cream; 1/2 lemon, juiced; 2 tablespoons cold butter; 3 tablespoons chopped chives; Freshly cracked black pepper

Servings: persons

4 (6-ounce) cod fillets
Panko bread crumbs
2 eggs, for egg wash
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
4 tablespoons grapeseed oil
1/2 lemon, juiced
1 tablespoon butter
1 sprig fresh thyme
Butter Sauce, recipe follows
2 cups white wine (recommended: Chardonnay)
2 sprigs fresh thyme
1 shallot, sliced
2 clove garlic, smashed
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1/2 lemon, juiced
2 tablespoons cold butter
3 tablespoons chopped chives
Freshly cracked black pepper

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Place the fillets on a sheet tray or rack so the fish can release its natural juices.
2
Place the bread crumbs into a shallow dish.
3
In a separate shallow dish add 2 beaten eggs.
4
Season both sides of the fillet with salt and pepper.
5
Once seasoned, brush the belly side of the cod with the egg.
6
Dip the egg side into the bread crumbs.
7
In a cast iron skillet add grapeseed oil.
8
Before placing fish into pan, make sure the skillet is very hot.
9
Sear only 1 side of the fish (the side with the bread crumbs).
10
Once 1 side is seared, place the skillet in the oven for about 3 to 4 minutes until cooked.
11
Once the fish is cooked, flip it over and add the lemon juice, butter and sprig of thyme.
12
Let melt and baste the fish with the juice.
13
Pour over the Butter Sauce and serve.
14
In saucepan, add wine, sprigs of thyme, shallot and garlic.
15
Set on back burner to allow the wine to reduce.
16
Once the sauce is reduced to a syrup, strain and add the heavy cream, and lemon juice and bring to a slight simmer.
17
Whisk in cold butter and once melted add the fresh chives and season with black pepper.

195

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* 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.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 (6-ounce) cod fillets, Panko bread crumbs, 2 eggs, for egg wash, Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper, and more.

Yes, Seared Cod with Chive Butter 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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Seared Cod with Chive Butter Sauce

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