Pan-seared Alaska black cod with lemon pepper aioli is a delicious seafood dish from Alaska, USA. This simple yet flavorful dish involves searing black cod on a pan and topping it with a lemon pepper aioli sauce. Aioli sauce is a characteristic condiment of Mediterranean cuisine, made from minced garlic, egg yolk, olive oil, and various spices such as pepper, lemon, etc. This dish is often served with green vegetables or baked potatoes to create a complete and delicious meal.
Preparation and Cooking Time:
Preparation time: 30 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Total time: 40 minutes
Serving size: 2 servings
Ingredients:
2 pieces of Alaska black cod (about 170g/piece)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 lemon, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions:
Rinse the Alaska black cod and pat dry with paper towels.
Mix salt and black pepper, then sprinkle evenly on both sides of the fish.
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil on a large pan over medium-high heat. When the oil is hot, add the black cod and cook for about 3 minutes per side or until golden brown. Remove the fish from the pan and keep it warm.
In a small bowl, mix flour, black pepper, and garlic powder with mayonnaise to make the lemon pepper aioli sauce.
In another small pan, melt butter over medium heat, then add the aioli sauce. Stir until the aioli sauce is smooth and shiny.
Pour the lemon pepper aioli sauce over the Alaska black cod and garnish with lemon slices.
This pan-seared Alaska black cod with lemon pepper aioli is a tasty and versatile dish that pairs well with white rice, salad, or any green vegetables of your choice. Enjoy your delicious meal!