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Cod with Brown Butter, Bacon, Spinach, and Zucchini

  • Prep time: 20 minutes

  • Cook time: 15 minutes

  • Servings : 4

A recipe for cod with brown butter, bacon, and green vegetables, perfect for a quick and tasty dinner.


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  • Preparation

    1. Thaw the lardons 1 hour before cooking. Remove the cod fillets from their packaging and place them in cold water for 30 minutes to thaw. Season with salt and pepper.
    2. In a small saucepan, melt 3 tablespoons of butter. Add the garlic and capers, cooking for 1 minute.
    3. Remove from heat, stir in the lemon juice, and set aside.
    4. Place the cod fillets in a baking dish and drizzle with the lemon-butter sauce.
    5. Bake for 12–15 minutes.
    6. Dans une poêle, chauffer les épinards sans matière grasse pour les cuire. Réserver à part.
    7. Cuire les lardons dans la même poêle à feu moyen pendant 5 minutes. Réserver.
    8. Dans la même poêle, faire fondre 2 cuillères à soupe de beurre, ajouter les courgettes encore surgelées et cuire 6-7 minutes supplémentaires. Ajouter les épinards et les lardons réservés.
    9. Top the vegetable mixture with the baked cod and drizzle with the remaining lemon-butter sauce. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

FAQ – EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE COOKING

What is the best way of cooking cod?

Pan-searing cod in brown butter gives it a nutty, rich flavour and a crisp edge while keeping the inside tender. It’s a simple, elegant method perfect for white fish fillets.

What's the best seasoning for cod?

Cod pairs well with lemon, garlic, thyme, and browned butter. For extra depth, add crispy bacon and sautéed vegetables like spinach and zucchini—it balances richness with freshness.

What can I do with cod fillets for dinner?

Try serving cod with browned butter, crispy bacon bits, and seasonal vegetables. It’s quick, refined, and works great for a weeknight dinner or a dinner party menu.

What goes well with cod and butter?

Cod with butter pairs beautifully with greens like spinach, mild squash like zucchini, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and smoky flavours like bacon. Add roasted potatoes or rice for a full plate.

Is cod healthy for dinner?

Yes! Cod is a lean fish, low in fat and high in protein and B vitamins. Even with butter and bacon, when paired with veggies, it makes a balanced and satisfying meal.

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