Pan-Seared Cod with Creamy Pea and Mint Puree

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-08 · Updated 2026-05-08

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A delicate pan-seared cod fillet served atop a smooth and vibrant pea and mint puree, offering a fresh taste of British coastal cuisine. This British-inspired seafood recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs cod fillets, olive oil, frozen peas for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 15 min Serves 4 British cuisine 320 cal/serving

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Ingredients

4 fillets (6 oz each) cod fillets
3 tbsp olive oil
2 cups frozen peas
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
1/4 cup heavy cream
2 tbsp unsalted butter
1 tbsp lemon juice
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: Bring a medium pot of salted water to a boil and add 2 cups frozen peas, cooking for 3 minutes until tender and bright green, then drain.
Step 2: Transfer peas to a blender with 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, 1/4 cup heavy cream, and 1/2 tsp salt; blend until smooth and creamy, then set aside.
Step 3: Pat dry 4 cod fillets with paper towels and season both sides with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp black pepper.
Step 4: Heat 3 tbsp olive oil and 2 tbsp unsalted butter in a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until butter melts and foams.
Step 5: Place cod fillets skin-side down in the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes until the edges are crispy and the skin releases easily.
Step 6: Carefully flip fillets and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Step 7: Remove cod from heat and drizzle 1 tbsp lemon juice over the fillets.
Step 8: To serve, spoon a generous amount of pea and mint puree onto each plate and place a cod fillet on top, garnishing with a few fresh mint leaves if desired.