Lemon Butter Baked Cod with Fresh Herbs and Garlic White Wine Sauce | Flirt Recipes

Ingredients

• For the Premium Fish:
• 4 cod fillets (6 oz each), skin removed
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• For the Lemon Butter Base:
• 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
• 3 large lemons, juiced and zested
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons white wine
• For the Fresh Herbs:
• 3 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill, chopped
• 1 tablespoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons fresh chives, chopped
• For the Aromatic Enhancement:
• 1 shallot, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon lemon pepper seasoning
• 1/4 teaspoon paprika
• 1 bay leaf
• For the Vegetable Medley:
• 1 lb baby potatoes, halved
• 2 cups green beans, trimmed
• 2 medium zucchini, sliced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
• For the Sauce Enrichment:
• 2 tablespoons heavy cream
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• For the Garnish Elements:
• Lemon slices for topping
• Fresh herb sprigs
• Capers (optional)
• Microgreens for plating
• For the Breadcrumb Topping:
• 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan
• 1 tablespoon melted butter
• 1 teaspoon dried herbs
• For Special Equipment:
• Large baking dish
• Meat thermometer
• Fine mesh strainer
• Basting brush