Chef J. Ponder. Photo credit: prince_akeem/Instagram
“Delicious white fish with an added kick is a healthy choice for an evening meal.”
Pan-Seared Cod Lemon with Micro Basil Dressing
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 30 minutes
Total time: 45 minutes
Serving Size: 6 oz. (1 person)
Ingredients:
Pan-Seared Cod (any white fish)
- 1 5-6 oz. cod filet (or sea bass)
- 1 tsp. kosher or sea salt
- 1 tsp. fresh cracked pepper
- a pinch of paprika
- 1/4 cup olive oil
Micro Basil Dressing
- 2 lemons (reserve zest from lemons)
- 1/3 cup lemon juice
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1 tbsp. of honey
- 2 cloves finely minced garlic
- 1/3 cup of chiffonade whole basil leaves (1 container of micro basil)
Preparation:
Pan-Seared Cod (any white fish)
- Sprinkle both sides of fish with salt, pepper, paprika.
- Heat the skillet and add about 1/2 of the olive oil
to ensure the pan is hot. - Pat fish dry to remove all excess moisture.
- Add fish to hot pan on skin side.
- Sear both sides until golden brown about 30 sec. each side, finishing in a 300° over for about 6-8 mins (don’t overcook).
- Take out of the oven and immediately spoon with lemon drizzle over the fish.
- Serve on a bed of arugula and spinach.
Micro Basil Dressing
- Whisk 1/3 cup lemon juice with honey and garlic. Slowly drizzle in olive oil until emulsified.
- Toss in micro basil.
- Spoon onto fish (reserve some for finished dish).
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To learn more about Chef J. Ponder, you can visit his website chefjacobyponder.com and follow him on Facebook @ChefJacobyPonder and Instagram @chefjponder.
