Baked Cod with Orange Beurre Blanc Recipe
Indulge in the exquisite flavors of this Baked Cod with Orange Beurre Blanc recipe. Tender cod fillets are baked to perfection and topped with a luscious orange-infused butter sauce that elevates the dish to a whole new level of deliciousness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French-American
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Cod Fillets:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 oz each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Orange Beurre Blanc:
- 1/2 cup dry white wine
- 1/4 cup fresh orange juice
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped shallots
- 1/2 cup cold unsalted butter (cut into cubes)
- fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Prepare the cod: Pat the cod fillets dry, then brush with olive oil and season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Bake for 12–15 minutes until opaque and flakes easily.
- Make the sauce: In a saucepan, simmer white wine, orange juice, lemon juice, orange zest, and shallots. Whisk in butter until creamy.
- Plate and serve: Plate the cod, spoon the sauce over it, and garnish with parsley. Serve hot.
Notes
- This dish pairs well with steamed asparagus or citrus quinoa.
- For more flavor, marinate the cod in orange juice and garlic before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 24g
- Saturated Fat: 13g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 110mg
