Pan-Seared Cod in Creamy Cajun Garlic Sauce 🐟🧄🌶️🥥✨
Flaky, golden-seared cod bathed in a luscious Cajun-spiced garlic cream sauce with tender veggies and bold flavor. A buttery seafood favorite that melts in your mouth with every bite!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Servings: 2
Calories: ~450 kcal per serving
Ingredients 🛒
For the fish:
• 2 cod fillets (6 oz each)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp butter
For the creamy Cajun sauce:
• 1 tbsp butter
• 2 cloves garlic (minced)
• ¼ cup chopped red bell pepper
• 1 cup heavy cream or coconut cream
• 1 tsp Cajun seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 1 tbsp chopped parsley
Instructions 👨🍳
1. Season & Sear the Fish:
• Pat cod fillets dry and season with Cajun seasoning, salt, and pepper.
• Heat olive oil and butter in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Sear fish 3–4 mins per side until golden and cooked through. Remove gently and keep warm.
2. Make the Sauce:
• In the same skillet, melt butter and sauté garlic and red pepper for 1–2 mins.
• Pour in cream and stir in Cajun seasoning, paprika, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 3–4 mins.
• Add parsley and stir well.
3. Finish & Serve:
• Return cod to the skillet or plate individually. Spoon sauce generously over the fish.
• Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or veggies of choice.
Pro Tip:
Don’t move the cod while searing — let it crust for the best texture and presentation!
Creamy, spicy, and full of coastal richness — this dish is comfort food with elegance!
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