Creamy Cod & Potatoes with Rosemary Sauce
Creamy Cod & Potatoes with Rosemary Sauce is a comforting and easy-to-make seafood dinner that combines tender cod fillets, creamy Yukon Gold potatoes, and a fragrant rosemary-infused cream sauce. Perfect for cozy nights or impressing guests, this dish offers a balanced, flavorful meal ready in under 45 minutes.
- Author: Nina
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: European
- Diet: Gluten Free
Seafood and Vegetables
- 4 fresh cod fillets (about 6 oz each), firm and white
- 1.5 lbs Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and diced
Dairy and Sauces
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Herbs and Aromatics
- 2–3 sprigs fresh rosemary, minced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Oils and Seasonings
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel and dice the potatoes into uniform cubes for even cooking. Boil them in salted water until tender, about 10-15 minutes, then drain thoroughly and set aside to prevent watery texture.
- Cook the Cod: Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper. Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat, then sear the cod for 3-4 minutes per side until opaque and flaky. Remove from the pan and keep warm.
- Make the Rosemary Sauce: In the same pan, melt the butter over medium-low heat. Sauté minced garlic and rosemary until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes. Pour in the heavy cream and reduce heat to low. Stir frequently until the sauce thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat, add lemon juice, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Combine and Warm Through: Add the cooked potatoes to the creamy rosemary sauce and gently toss to coat. Nestle the cooked cod back into the sauce and potatoes, warming everything together for 2-3 minutes so the flavors meld beautifully.
Notes
- Use fresh rosemary for the most aromatic and authentic flavor.
- Do not overcook the cod to keep it tender and flaky.
- Simmer the sauce gently to prevent cream from curdling.
- Drain the potatoes well after boiling to maintain a creamy texture.
- Add lemon juice off heat to balance richness without curdling the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 30 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
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