The cod fillets with leeks are a simple, flavorful, and delicate main course. These fish fillets are baked in the oven with an easy leek-based sauce. The combination of cod, a lean and versatile fish, with leeks, similar in taste to garlic and onions but much more delicate and slightly sweet, creates a particularly pleasant balance of flavors for the palate! A delicious dish that is ready in less than 30 minutes.
The preparation is very simple: we cook the leeks in a pan with butter, adding cream 5 minutes before the end of cooking. Season with salt and pepper. Pour the leeks into a buttered baking dish and place the cod fillets on top. Cover with wine and vegetable broth and bake for 20 minutes at 392°F. Transfer the fillets to a serving dish and reduce the leek sauce with the juice of half a lemon, then add the butter. Serve the fillets with the leek sauce and lemon zest.
Easy to prepare and ideal for a family lunch or dinner, like the oven-baked gratin cod fillets or the baked seabream, these fillets can be enriched with other ingredients to make them even more flavorful. Moreover, if you don’t have cod, you can cook other fish fillets like sole, plaice, perch, or salmon using the same method. Ideal with any kind of seasonal side dish, but especially with roast potatoes, let’s discover together the secrets to making this dish in a few simple steps.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 4People
- Cooking methods: Oven, Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for Preparing Cod Fillets with Leeks (Easy and Tasty Recipe)
- 28.2 oz cod fillets
- 2 leeks
- 0.85 cups vegetable broth
- 0.42 cups dry white wine
- 4.2 tbsps butter
- 4.2 tbsps cooking cream
- 1 lemon
- salt
- pepper
Tools for Preparing Cod Fillets with Leeks
- Pan
- Baking Dish
- Oven
How to Prepare Cod Fillets with Leeks
To prepare the cod fillets with leeks, first clean them: remove the root and the tougher outer leaves, then slice them.
Put them in a pan with half of the butter and a little water and let them wilt.
Add the cream, season with salt and pepper, and cook for another 5 minutes until tender.
Transfer them to a buttered baking dish or pan.
Place the cod fillets in the same dish.
Drizzle with dry white wine and broth, season with salt and pepper, and bake at 392°F for about 20 minutes.
Remove the cod fillets and transfer them to a serving dish.
Pour the leeks with the cooking liquid into a pan, add the juice of half a lemon, and reduce by half over high heat.
Turn off the heat, add the remaining butter, and stir vigorously to melt.
Serve the cod fillets with the leek sauce and lemon zest.
Storage and Tips
Store this dish in the fridge for up to 1-2 days in a tightly closed airtight container.
You can also freeze them in an airtight container and keep them in the freezer for up to 2 months. Then simply reheat them in the oven or air fryer.
You can add herbs such as rosemary, dill, parsley, or thyme. Additionally, you can add capers or green or black olives to the sauce, along with the lemon juice.
To make this dish even richer in vegetables, you can add zucchini, fennel, or carrots along with the leeks. Sauté them in a pan before placing them in the buttered baking dish.
For a crunchy version, you can sprinkle the fillets with an aromatic breadcrumb mixture made with breadcrumbs, chopped herbs, and spices or simply breadcrumbs mixed with chopped nuts such as walnuts or hazelnuts.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I use other types of fish instead of cod?
Yes, you can substitute cod with other fish like salmon, hake, sole, or plaice. Cooking times may vary slightly depending on the type of fish, so pay attention to avoid overcooking or undercooking.
Can I prepare the recipe in advance?
Yes, you can prepare the dish up to a day in advance by storing it in the refrigerator. Just reheat it in the oven at low temperature to prevent the fish from drying out too much.
Can I use frozen cod fillets?
Yes, you can use frozen cod, but make sure to thaw it well before cooking.
How long does cod need to cook?
Cod fillets have a relatively quick cooking time. It takes about 20-25 minutes at 356°F-392°F, but the cooking time varies depending on the thickness of the fillets.
Can I add other vegetables or substitute the leeks?
Yes, you can add zucchini, fennel, or carrots. You can replace the leeks with onions by sautéing them in a pan before oven cooking.
Can I add a side dish to the meal?
Absolutely! Cod with leeks pairs well with many side dishes, particularly with roast potatoes or a fresh seasonal salad.
