Description
The Best Cod Piccata is a Mediterranean-inspired dish that features tender cod fillets drizzled with a zesty lemon-caper sauce. Perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions, this quick recipe takes just 15 minutes to prepare and will impress your guests with its vibrant flavors and elegant presentation. Each bite transports you to the coast, making it a delightful addition to your culinary repertoire.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs fresh cod fillets
- 1/4 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 2 tbsp capers, rinsed and drained
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 cup low-sodium chicken broth
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 3 tbsp olive oil
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and rinse capers under cold water; set aside.
- On a plate, mix flour with salt and pepper, then dredge each cod fillet in the mixture.
- In a large skillet over medium heat, add olive oil. When shimmering, sauté minced garlic until fragrant (about 1 minute).
- Add the dredged cod fillets to the skillet and cook for about 4 minutes on each side until they flake easily with a fork. Remove from skillet and keep warm.
- In the same skillet, combine chicken broth, lemon juice, and capers; simmer for about 5 minutes.
- Return cod fillets to the pan for a minute to soak up sauce before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet (approximately 170g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider substituting capers with olives or adding red pepper flakes for a spicy kick. Fresh herbs can also elevate this dish further.