Sep 24 2026
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Pan-seared Black Cod Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

FRENCH FRIES, DAILY VEGETABLES, TARTAR SAUCE

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Ingredients

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Fish

French Fries

Method

Pan-Seared Black Cod

  1. 1

    Prepare the Fish

    Pat the black cod fillets dry with paper towels. Season both sides with salt and black pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat the Oil

    In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium-high heat until hot.

  3. 3

    Sear the Fish

    Place the seasoned black cod fillets skin-side down in the skillet. Sear for about 4-5 minutes, then carefully flip and cook for another 3-4 minutes until fish is cooked through and flakes easily.

  4. 4

    Serve

    Remove from skillet and serve with lemon wedges.

French Fries

  1. 5

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel and cut the potatoes into thin strips for frying.

  2. 6

    Heat the Oil

    In a deep pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).

  3. 7

    Fry the Potatoes

    Carefully add the potato strips in batches and fry until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

  4. 8

    Season

    Sprinkle with salt while hot.

Daily Vegetables

  1. 9

    Cook the Vegetables

    In a pan, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add seasonal vegetables and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.

  2. 10

    Season

    Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Tartar Sauce

  1. 11

    Mix Ingredients

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, dill pickles, lemon juice, capers, and fresh dill. Stir until well combined.

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