Butter-Poached Cod with Citrus Beurre Blanc
Cuisine: French
Categories: Seafood
Indulge in a luxurious dish of tender cod fillets, gently poached in a rich buttery sauce infused with the bright flavors of lemon and orange. This elegant and flavorful seafood dish will make you feel like royalty at the dinner table.
Difficulty: MEDIUM
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Serving Size: Serves 4
Ingredients:
- 4 cod fillets
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 2 lemons, sliced
- 1 orange, sliced
- 4 sprigs of fresh thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Directions:
- In a large skillet, melt the butter over low heat.
- Add the lemon slices, orange slices, and thyme to the melted butter.
- Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper, then add them to the skillet.
- Poach the cod in the butter mixture for 10-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Serve the butter-poached cod with the citrus beurre blanc sauce spooned over the top.