Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 3 large cloves of garlic, finely minced
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
- 1/2 cup fresh basil, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon fresh lemon zest
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (more to taste)
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (more to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (for cooking cod)
- 1 1/2 pounds fresh cod, cut into 4 fillets
- Salt and pepper (for seasoning cod)
Instructions
- To prepare the Tomato Basil Sauce, start by warming the olive oil in a large sauté pan over medium heat. Once hot, add the crushed red pepper flakes and minced garlic. Sauté for about 1 minute, allowing the garlic to release its aroma without browning.
- Next, add the sliced cherry tomatoes to the pan. Stir occasionally and let them cook until they are soft and blistering, approximately 8 to 12 minutes. They should maintain some shape, adding texture to your sauce.
- Mix in the chopped basil, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, sugar, and black pepper. Allow everything to cook for an additional 2 minutes and taste. Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your preference. Transfer the sauce to a bowl and set aside.
- For the cod fillets, heat the remaining olive oil in a large nonstick pan or skillet over medium heat. Pat the cod fillets dry using paper towels, then season both sides with salt and pepper.
- Place the seasoned cod in the hot oil and let it cook until golden brown, which should take about 3 minutes. Carefully flip the fillets over and continue cooking for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until cooked through and flaky.
- To finish, pour the glorious tomato basil sauce over the cooked cod in the skillet. Allow the sauce to warm for a minute, then remove from the heat. Serve the dish immediately, and watch as your diners’ faces light up with happiness!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: Approximately 250-300 per serving