### **[Recipe] Cod Back with Lemon Cream and Sweet Potato Puree [/Recipe]**
📅 **Published on 06/02/2025**
👩🍳 **Difficulty**: Easy
⏱️ **Preparation time**: 15 min
🔥 **Cooking time**: 25 min
🍽️ **Servings**: 2 people
💡 **Why this recipe?**
This recipe is specially designed for people with **Wilson's disease**, as it is **low in copper** and balanced. **Cod** is a lean fish, rich in protein and easy to digest. **Sweet potato puree** provides a creamy texture with a slightly sweet flavor, perfect to accompany a light and fragrant lemon sauce.
### **Ingredients**
#### ✅ **For the cod back with lemon cream**
- 2 cod fillets (150 g each)
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 100 ml of light crème fraîche
- 1 teaspoon of lemon zest
- 1 clove of minced garlic
- 1 pinch of salt
- White pepper (optional)
#### ✅ **For the sweet potato puree**
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- 1 tablespoon of light crème fraîche
- 1 pinch of nutmeg
- 1 pinch of salt
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### **Preparation**
#### 🐟 **1. Prepare the cod back with lemon cream**
1. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the cod fillets and cook **4 minutes on each side**, until lightly browned.
3. In a bowl, mix the crème fraîche, lemon juice and zest, minced garlic, salt and pepper.
4. Pour this sauce into the pan and simmer for **5 minutes** over low heat.
#### 🍠 **2. Prepare the sweet potato puree**
1. Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into pieces.
2. Steam or cook in a pan of boiling water for **15 minutes**, until very tender.
3. Drain, then mash with a fork or a hand blender. Add the olive oil, crème fraîche, nutmeg and a pinch of salt. Mix well until smooth.
#### 🍽️ **3. Dressage and service**
1. Place the sweet potato puree on the plates.
2. Add the cod back covered with lemon sauce.
3. Serve immediately with a crisp salad or steamed vegetables.
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### **Compatible accompaniments**
🥗 **Fennel and Green Apple Salad**: Mix sliced fennel with slices of green apple and a squeeze of lemon.
🥦 **Steamed green beans**: Steamed, seasoned with a drizzle of olive oil and a touch of lemon.
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### **Tips and Alternatives**
✅ **Vegetarian variation**: Replace the cod with tofu marinated in lemon and herbs.
✅ **Alternative without crème fraîche**: Use plain yogurt for a lighter version.
✅ **Enhance Flavors**: Add a pinch of sweet paprika to the sauce for a slightly spicy touch.
Enjoy your meal! 🍽️✨