40ml olive oil
10 skinless and boneless cod loin portions
Good twist of freshly ground pepper
Sea salt, season to your taste
50g plain flour
160g Essential Cuisine Lobster Sauce Base
880ml tepid water
20g unsalted butter
100g shallots, finely chopped
50ml cognac
125ml dry white wine
100ml double cream
5g tarragon, chopped
Preheat oven to 190˚c.
Heat the oil in a frying pan, season the cod loins with freshly ground pepper and sea salt, lightly dust with flour.
Place the cod presentation side down into the hot oil, allow to colour to a golden brown, resist the temptation to move the cod until it is coloured.
Turn the cod over for 1 minute then transfer to the oven on a baking tray.
In a suitable frying pan, heat the butter and gently fry the shallots until soft but without too much colour.
Pour in the Cognac, flame, then the white wine, bring to the boil and reduce by two thirds.
Pour in the water, add the Essential Cuisine Lobster Sauce Base and bring to the boil, whisking constantly. Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Finally, whisk in the cream, bring back to the boil and simmer until coating consistency is achieved.
Season to your taste with freshly ground pepper and sea salt, finally stir in the tarragon.
Place the cod portions onto warm plates, garnish with your choice of potatoes and fresh seasonal vegetables.
Spoon the Lobster and Cognac Cream Sauce over the cod and drizzle around the plate, it is now ready to serve.