Baked Cod with Saffron Lemon Sauce: A Flavorful and Elegant Seafood Dish
A simple and elegant baked cod recipe featuring a fragrant saffron lemon sauce that enhances the mild flavor of the fish.
Ingredients
- 4 pieces cod fillets
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic clove, minced
- 0.1 grams saffron threads
- 3 tablespoons warm water
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.75 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Place saffron threads in a small bowl with warm water and let soak for 10 minutes to release color and flavor.
- In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped shallot and garlic, sautéing until softened and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the sautéed shallot and garlic, saffron water (including threads), lemon juice, lemon zest, 2 tablespoons olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create the saffron lemon sauce.
- Place the cod fillets in a baking dish. Spoon the saffron lemon sauce evenly over each fillet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.
- Serve immediately, optionally accompanied by steamed vegetables or a light salad.
