Pan Roasted Cobia with Double Basil Pesto

Elevate your seafood game with this Pan Roasted Cobia with Double Basil Pesto, a dish that combines perfectly seared fillets with a vibrant, herbaceous topping. The mild, flaky cobia is roasted to tender perfection after a quick golden sear in a hot skillet, locking in its natural juices and flavor. What sets this recipe apart is the luxurious double basil pesto, made with a fragrant blend of sweet and Thai basil, garlic, pine nuts, Parmesan cheese, and a hint of zesty lemon juice. This easy yet elegant recipe takes just 30 minutes from start to finish, making it a show-stopping option for weeknight meals or dinner parties. Serve the cobia topped with the freshly made pesto alongside roasted vegetables or a crisp green salad for a meal that's as visually stunning as it is delicious. Perfect for seafood lovers and basil enthusiasts alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces (6 oz each) Cobia fillets
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 tablespoon Unsalted butter
• 1 cup Sweet basil leaves
• 0.5 cup Thai basil leaves
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons Pine nuts
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 0.25 cup (grated) Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 cup Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt (for pesto)
• 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper (for pesto)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Pat cobia fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with 1 teaspoon salt and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper.

Step 2

Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the cobia fillets in the skillet and sear for 2-3 minutes on one side until golden brown.

Step 3

Flip the fillets, turn off the heat, and add 1 tablespoon of butter to the skillet. Transfer the skillet to the preheated oven and roast for 8-10 minutes or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

Step 4

While the cobia is roasting, prepare the double basil pesto. In a food processor, combine sweet basil leaves, Thai basil leaves, garlic cloves, pine nuts, lemon juice, and Parmesan cheese.

Step 5

Pulse the mixture a few times to break it down. While the food processor is running, slowly drizzle in the 0.5 cup of extra virgin olive oil until the pesto reaches a smooth but slightly chunky consistency.

Step 6

Taste the pesto and season with 0.5 teaspoon salt and 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or adjust to your liking.

Step 7

Once the cobia is done roasting, remove it from the oven. Plate the fillets and spoon the double basil pesto generously over the top.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your choice of sides, such as roasted vegetables or a light salad. Enjoy your flavorful pan-roasted cobia with double basil pesto!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(741.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1935.3

Total Fat 186.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 35.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.8g
Cholesterol 98.6mg	0%
Sodium 3691.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 31.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.1g	0%
Total Sugars 1.4g
Protein 48.0g	0%

Vitamin D 226.8IU	0%
Calcium 889.7mg	0%
Iron 23.6mg	0%
Potassium 1732.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 84.1%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 6.3%