Shrimp and cod in creamy garlic sauce

🦐🐟 Shrimp and Cod in Creamy Garlic Sauce

A rich, comforting seafood dish that’s quick to make and full of flavor.

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Ingredients (4 servings)

• 250 g (½ lb) shrimp, peeled & deveined
• 400 g (¾–1 lb) cod fillets, cut into chunks
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3–4 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• 1 cup heavy cream
• ½ cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 tsp lemon juice
• Salt & pepper to taste
• 2 tbsp chopped parsley
• Optional: ½ tsp chili flakes for a slight kick

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Instructions

1. Prepare seafood:
   • Pat shrimp and cod dry, season lightly with salt and pepper.
2. Cook cod & shrimp:
   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
   • Sear cod for 2–3 minutes per side until lightly golden. Remove and set aside.
   • Quickly sauté shrimp 1–2 minutes per side until pink. Remove and set aside.
3. Make sauce:
   • In the same skillet, sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds until fragrant.
   • Pour in broth and let simmer 2–3 minutes.
   • Stir in heavy cream, lemon juice, and chili flakes if using. Simmer 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened.
4. Combine:
   • Return cod and shrimp to the sauce. Cook 2–3 minutes to warm through and coat with sauce.
5. Serve:
   • Sprinkle with chopped parsley and serve with rice, pasta, or crusty bread.

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Tips

• Don’t overcook the seafood—shrimp should be pink and cod should flake easily.
• Add a squeeze of extra lemon juice just before serving for brightness.
• You can include vegetables like spinach or cherry tomatoes for color and flavor.

I can also give a one-pan version that’s faster and perfect for weeknight dinners. Do you want that?