Cod en Papillote with Verbena and Tangy Butter
JojoM
Delicate cod fillets baked in foil with citrus slices and verbena, served with peas, radishes, and a bright, buttery citrus sauce.
Cod en Papillote with Verbena and Tangy Butter
JojoMDelicate cod fillets baked in foil with citrus slices and verbena, served with peas, radishes, and a bright, buttery citrus sauce.
Chef's Tips
Close the foil packets securely but leave room for steam to circulate.
Ice water helps retain the bright green color of the peas.
The sauce can be infused longer with verbena for stronger flavor.
Tools Used
Oven
Saucepan
Aluminum Foil
Fine Sieve
Mixing Bowl
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Ingredients
Main Ingredients
Instructions
Prepare the Fish in Papillote
- 1
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
- 2
Slice 1 orange and 1 lemon into thin rounds.
- 3
Lay out 4 sheets of foil, each twice the size of a cod fillet.
- 4
Place each cod fillet on one half of foil, top with a slice each of lemon and orange, some verbena leaves, a pinch of fine salt, Espelette pepper, and a drizzle of olive oil.
- 5
Fold over the foil and seal the edges well, adding 1–2 tbsp water before fully sealing.
- 6
Bake for 7–8 minutes.
Make the Tangy Butter Sauce
- 1
In a small saucepan, combine juice of remaining orange and lemon.
- 2
Reduce by half over medium heat.
- 3
Whisk in cold butter cubes, bring to a gentle boil to thicken.
- 4
Stir in cream and, optionally, infuse with verbena leaves for 10 minutes.
- 5
Strain through a fine sieve, season with salt and pepper.
Prepare the Vegetables
- 1
Boil peas in salted water for 6 minutes, then plunge into ice water and drain.
- 2
Wash and quarter the radishes.
- 3
In a bowl, toss peas and radishes with olive oil, fleur de sel, and pepper.
Serve
- 1
Open the papillote and place the cod in shallow bowls.
- 2
Add a spoonful of the peas and radishes.
- 3
Drizzle the citrus butter sauce over the top.
Comments & Reviews
Sophie D.
6/14/2025
Such a fresh and elegant dish. The citrus butter with verbena is heavenly!
Marc T.
6/13/2025
Tried this with trout instead of cod and it worked beautifully. Very fragrant.
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 fillet with vegetables and sauce
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
