Cod with White Wine and Cherry Tomatoes

Ingredients

• 4 pieces cod
• 2 cups cherry tomatoes
• 0.5 cup white wine
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic
• 0.25 cup basil
• 1 whole lemon
• 2 tablespoons capers
• 0.25 cup black olives
• 1 small red onion
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1Prepare the cod fillets by patting them dry and seasoning with salt and pepper.
2. 2Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced garlic and diced red onion, sautéing until fragrant and translucent.
3. 3Deglaze the skillet with white wine, allowing it to simmer and reduce slightly, about 3 minutes.
4. 4Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet, cooking until they begin to burst, about 5 minutes.
5. 5Lower the heat to medium. Nestle the cod fillets into the skillet, spooning the tomato and wine mixture over them.
6. 6Cover and poach the cod for about 10-12 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
7. 7Halfway through cooking, add the capers and halved black olives to the skillet.
8. 8Once the fish is cooked, remove from heat. Stir in freshly chopped basil and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
9. 9Serve the cod fillets with a garnish of lemon zest and a squeeze of fresh lemon juice for a refreshing touch.
10. 10Optionally, garnish with additional fresh basil leaves just before serving.
11. 11Ensure the dish is served hot, directly from the skillet to maintain maximum flavor and texture.