Name: Pan-Seared Cod with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Herb Butter
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 cod fillets (about 300g total); 200g cherry tomatoes; 2 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp unsalted butter; 1 clove garlic, minced; 1 tsp dried Italian herbs (or a mix of basil, oregano, thyme); 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground; 1/2 tsp kosher salt; 1/2 tsp lemon zest; 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice

Pan-Seared Cod with Roasted Cherry Tomatoes & Herb Butter

NuttyMelon1879

This dish highlights the best of Newfoundland’s coastal bounty: flaky cod pan-seared to perfection, paired with juicy roasted cherry tomatoes and bathed in a fragrant herb butter sauce. The tomatoes burst with sweetness, mingling with the savory, herby sauce and tender fish for a summery, comforting meal. Quick to prepare and perfect for showcasing fresh local cod, this recipe is ideal for a weeknight dinner or a special treat. Serve it with crusty bread or boiled potatoes to mop up all the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

Instructions

Pat cod fillets dry and season with half the salt and pepper.
Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Add cod fillets and sear undisturbed for 3–4 minutes until golden. Flip and cook another 2–3 minutes until just cooked through. Remove and set aside on a plate.
Add remaining olive oil to the pan. Toss in cherry tomatoes and cook, shaking the pan occasionally, until skins blister and soften (about 4–5 minutes).
Add garlic and dried herbs, sauté 1 minute until fragrant.
Return cod to the pan, add butter, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Gently toss to coat fish and tomatoes in the sauce for 1–2 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve immediately with plenty of sauce spooned over each portion.