Golden Cod Poêlé with Anchovy Sauce – Crispy Skin & Rich Mediterranean Flavors
Introduction
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If you’re looking for a simple yet elegant fish recipe that delivers restaurant-quality flavors at home, this Golden Cod Poêlé with Anchovy Sauce is perfect for you. Poêlé is a classic French cooking technique where fish or meat is pan-seared and basted with its own fat or butter to achieve a golden, crispy crust while keeping the inside moist and tender.
In this recipe, I’ve combined French poêlé with Italian-inspired flavors by adding anchovies, capers, and lemon. The result? A crispy-skinned cod fillet served with a savory anchovy sauce that perfectly balances richness, acidity, and umami.
What you’ll learn:
• How to achieve a golden crispy sear without overcooking the fish.
• The importance of basting (using a Chinese spoon makes it easy!).
• How anchovies can melt into a sauce to enhance flavors without overpowering.
This dish pairs beautifully with a glass of white wine or crusty bread. Ready to learn a professional-level technique you can easily master at home? Let’s dive in!
Ingredients
• White fish fillets (cod or flounder): 2–3 pieces
• Anchovy fillets (canned or fresh): 3–4 pieces
• Garlic (minced): 1 clove
• Olive oil:
• 2 tbsp (for searing)
• Extra (for frying capers)
• 1 tbsp (for the sauce)
• Lemon juice: 1 tbsp
• Salt and black pepper: to taste
• All-purpose flour: about 2 tbsp (for coating)
• Capers: a handful
• Italian parsley (chopped): for garnish
Instructions
Prepare the Fish
• Lightly season the cod fillets with salt and black pepper.
• Score the skin side gently with a knife to prevent curling.
• Place 2 tbsp of flour in a plastic bag, add the fillets one by one, and shake to coat.
• Shake off any excess flour.
Fry the Capers
• Heat extra olive oil in a pan and fry the capers until crispy.
• Remove and set aside for garnish.
Sear the Cod (Poêlé Technique)
• Heat 2 tbsp olive oil over medium heat.
• Place the fillets skin-side down, gently pressing to keep the skin flat.
• Cook for about 3 minutes until the skin turns golden and crispy, moving occasionally.
• Lower the heat, flip the fish, and cook the flesh side for 30 seconds.
• Flip back to skin-side down and baste the flesh with hot oil for 1–2 more minutes until fully cooked. (Tip: A Chinese soup spoon works great for basting.)
• Transfer to a warm plate covered with foil.
Make the Anchovy Sauce
• Wipe the skillet lightly, then heat 1 tbsp olive oil over low heat.
• Sauté minced garlic until fragrant.
• Add anchovies and mash them into the oil until dissolved.
• Stir in cherry tomatoes and cook until softened. (Add a splash of water if needed.)
• Finish with lemon juice for a balanced flavor.
Serve
• Plate the cod fillets and generously spoon the anchovy sauce over them.
• Garnish with crispy capers and chopped parsley.
• Enjoy immediately!
Tips
• Scoring the skin helps prevent curling and ensures even cooking.
• Use a Chinese soup spoon for easier basting—more oil means better control.
• The anchovy sauce is packed with umami but doesn’t taste overly fishy.
• This technique works great with other white fish like flounder or seabass.
Watch the Full Recipe on YouTube!
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