Description
Mediterranean comfort meets culinary elegance in this rustic Cod & Potatoes in Rosemary Cream Sauce. Fragrant herbs, tender fish, and silky sauce create a delightful dish that whisks you to coastal kitchens where simple ingredients become extraordinary.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces/170 grams each)
Starch and Vegetables:
- 2 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 2 teaspoons fresh rosemary, chopped
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the potatoes by heating olive oil in a spacious skillet over medium temperature. Carefully distribute diced potatoes across the surface, allowing them to transform into a golden, crispy exterior while maintaining a tender interior. Gently stir occasionally to ensure even browning, approximately 10–12 minutes. Transfer the perfectly cooked potatoes to a separate plate.
- Utilize the same skillet to craft the aromatic rosemary cream sauce. Introduce butter and allow it to melt smoothly. Incorporate finely minced garlic and freshly chopped rosemary, releasing their vibrant flavors through a brief 1–2 minute sauté. Cascade heavy cream into the skillet, creating a luxurious base that gradually thickens during a 3–5 minute simmer.
- Prepare the cod fillets by seasoning them with salt and pepper, ensuring an even distribution of flavor. Carefully nestle the fillets into the gently bubbling cream sauce. Allow the fish to cook, transforming from translucent to opaque and developing a delicate flakiness, typically requiring 5–6 minutes.
- Artfully arrange the perfectly cooked cod fillets on serving plates, accompanied by the crisp, golden potatoes. Generously drizzle the herb-infused cream sauce over the dish, creating a visually appealing and flavor-packed presentation.
Notes
- Quickly pat cod fillets dry with paper towels to ensure a golden, crispy exterior when cooking.
- Use fresh rosemary for maximum flavor intensity and aromatic depth in the cream sauce.
- Choose waxy potatoes like Yukon Gold for a creamy, smooth texture that holds shape during sautéing.
- Adjust sauce thickness by simmering longer for a richer consistency or adding a splash of milk if too thick.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 462
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 451 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 18 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 29 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 97 mg