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Baked Cod with Mustard Sauce Recipe

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  • Author: Lily
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: European
  • Diet: Halal

Description

This Baked Cod with Mustard Sauce recipe offers a deliciously creamy and tangy topping featuring Dijon and whole-grain mustards combined with sour cream, leeks, and capers. Perfectly roasted cod fillets become tender and flaky under a slightly blistered mustard sauce, making a quick and elegant meal ideal for busy weeknights or special occasions.

Ingredients

Fish

  • 4-6 cod pieces, approximately 1.5 lbs
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Mustard Sauce

  • 1 cup / 200 ml sour cream or creme fraiche
  • 3 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp whole-grain mustard
  • 1 leek, white part only, minced
  • 1 tbsp drained capers
  • 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven. Set your oven to 425°F (210°C) to prepare for roasting the cod.
  2. Prepare the baking dish. Butter a skillet or a shallow baking dish to prevent sticking and arrange the cod pieces evenly in a single layer. Season the fish with salt and pepper to taste.
  3. Make the mustard sauce. In a medium bowl, combine the sour cream or creme fraiche, Dijon mustard, whole-grain mustard, minced leek, and drained capers. Mix until well combined.
  4. Apply the sauce to the fish. Spoon the mustard sauce mixture over each piece of cod, ensuring an even layer that fully coats the fish.
  5. Roast the cod. Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and roast for 10-12 minutes, allowing the fish to cook through and absorb flavors from the sauce.
  6. Broil to finish. Change the oven setting to broil or grill. Broil the cod for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce is slightly blistered and golden.
  7. Garnish and serve. Remove from the oven, sprinkle the chopped fresh parsley over the top, and serve immediately while hot and flavorful.

Notes

  • Use fresh cod for best texture and flavor; frozen cod can be used but should be thawed completely and patted dry.
  • If creme fraiche is unavailable, sour cream is a perfect substitute without altering the taste significantly.
  • Adjust mustard quantity based on your preference for tanginess.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables or a light salad for a balanced meal.
  • Cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the cod pieces.

Find it online: https://dishmelt.com/baked-cod-with-mustard-sauce-recipe/