Hello friends! Today in Paulina Cuisine we propose to make an elegant but simple dish: bake cod . A good fish, a touch of olive oil, vegetables and baked. Nothing simpler and rich.
But, of course, despite being simple there are tricks and secrets that make the difference between a dry baked cod and a juicy and full of flavor . So, they are taking note, because here we are going to crumble all the details so that the baked cod recipe will be divine!
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About baked cod
Baked cod is a dish that has earned a place at the tables of many regions, from Basque cuisine to the Portuguese. The key to this recipe is in the quality of fish, which can be baked fresh cod , baked frozen cod or even baked desalted cod .
This dish is a perfect option for those who look for something easy to do, but with an elegant touch. In addition, it has the advantage of being an adaptable recipe: baked cod fillets or baked cod loins , and accompany with potatoes (potatoes), with vegetables or with a good fish sauce .
Cod is a very versatile fish , which in addition to being used to prepare the baked cod recipe, can be enjoyed in dishes such as the cod omelet , the cod to the Rioja , or the Portuguese classic: cod to Brás .
7 Reasons for baking cod
- Easy to prepare: Do not be a Michelin star chef to do it well. With a few ingredients and the oven on , a delicious baked plate is achieved.
- Versatile: It goes well with potatoes, with tomato, with onion, with garlic, with peppers, with broccoli . Basically, with what is in the kitchen.
- Healthy: It is an excellent source of protein and Omega-3, perfect for those who want to eat rich and healthy.
- Apt for any occasion: it can be served both at a family dinner and at a Christmas table.
- It enhances its flavor with good ingredients: a good olive oil , garlic and fresh herbs make a difference.
- It adapts to different types of cod: it can be done with both fresh cod, as frozen or desalted . It all depends on the availability of this fish in each region or season.
- Fast cooking: in 20 minutes the baked cod is ready to serve and enjoy.
The best way to make baked cod
The first is to choose the fish: if it is fresh baked cod , it is used directly; If it is baked frozen cod , you have to defrost it well; And if it is baked cod , you have to get rid of it with time. (You can consult the way to get out of the cod explained in the cod recipe with tomato ).
Then, oven cod can be cooked with potatoes, with a base of onions and tomatoes or simply with garlic and parsley . The ideal oven temperature is between 180 ° C and 200 ° C, and the cooking time goes from 10 to 20 minutes, depending on the thickness of the cod.
How to know if oven cod is well done: 5 signs
- Juicy texture: it should not be dry or gummy, but it has to easily shred with the fork.
- Opaque but bright color: raw cod is a bit translucent. When it is well cooked, it becomes white and opaque, but maintains its brightness.
- Salt point: If the cod was salty, it must have been well disheveled.
- Delicious aroma: a good baked cod smells like sea , garlic and olive oil.
- Clear and non -milky juice: If you release a milky white liquid in excess, it can be passing cooking.
7 tips for baking cod
- If salted cod is used, remove it well : at least 24-48 hours in cold water, changing it every 8 hours.
- Do not cook too much : 20 minutes at 180 ° C is the ideal time. If you leave more, you can dry. In any case, it must be taken into account that if the oven cod fillets are very fine cooking is reduced by half.
- Using a good olive oil : a stream of quality oil makes all the difference.
- Accompany with simple garrisons : baked potatoes or baked vegetables are a perfect garnish for this dish.
- Add a touch of garlic and parsley : enhance the flavor without overshadowing baked cod.
- Avoid moving too much on the tray : it can be undone if it is manipulated excessively.
- If it is a frozen cod, defrost it well : preferably lower it from the freezer to the fridge the night before, so that it is gradually defrosted.
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Baked cod
Yields: 4 portions
Preparation time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets (fresh, frozen or desalted and dry with absorbent paper)
- 4 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves (chopped)
- 1 large onion (cut into strips)
- 1 red pepper (cut into strips)
- 1 grated mature big tomato or 150 g of cherry tomatoes cut in half
- 1 broccoli (cut into bouquets and bleached in boiling water for 2-3 minutes)
- 1/2 glass (100 ml) of white wine
- Chopped fresh parsley
- Salt and pepper to taste
How to make baked cod in 6 steps
Preheat the oven at 180 ° C.
- In a pan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sauté the onion and pepper over medium heat for 5-7 minutes , until they are tender.
- Add the grated tomato and cook 5 more minutes , until you get a light sauce.
- Growing a tray with a little olive oil and placing dry cod fillets and covering with sauteed vegetables. Add the broccoli bouquets distributed around the fish.
- Sprinkle with chopped garlic, parsley and a stream of olive oil. Pour the white wine on top.
- Cover the tray with aluminum foil and bake for 10 minutes . Then, remove aluminum and bake 10 more minutes or until the cod is well cooked (time will depend on the thickness of the fish).
- Serve hot with a bit of chopped fresh parsley above.
