BEST Baked Cod Recipe
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5.0
3 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
24 mins
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Cook Time
24 mins
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Total Time
30 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
720 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
Brazilian
BEST Baked Cod Recipe
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Baked Cod in Cheese Sauce is a 30-minute recipe made from cod fish fillets smothered in a creamy cheese sauce. It's served with a colorful fresh vegetable salsa!
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Ingredients
- 6 cod fillets (½-inch thick)
- salt (a pinch if cod is non-salted; none if cold is salted)
- ground black pepper (a pinch)
- paprika (a pinch)
- 4-5 tablespoon grapeseed or canola oil divided
- 4 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 4 ½ tablespoon all-purpose flour
- 3 cups warmed milk ( 2% or whole)
- ground nutmeg a pinch (optional)
- 2 ½ cups blend of shredded cheeses (Mozzarella, Parmesan, white and yellow cheddar) Reserve ½ cup yellow cheddar to sprinkle over sauce
- 6 cherry tomatoes, halved
- 8 olives (green and/or black)
- ½ jalapeno, sliced
- parsley or chives, chopped
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Instructions
- If using salted cod, wash the fillets to remove excess salt. Then, soak fillets in plain water (enough to cover) for 24-48 hours in the fridge. Change the water every 8 hours. Remove skin and de-bone fillets. If using non-salted cod, skip this step.
- Preheat the conventional broiler, positioning the broiler rack approximately 6 inches from the source of heat.
- Pan-Fry Cod Fillets: pat dry the cod fillets with paper towel very well; otherwise they'll stick to the pan. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and paprika, rubbing well. If desired, dredge in a little flour and shake to remove excess.
- Heat a 10-inch cast iron skillet over high heat. Once pan is hot, add 2-3 tablespoon oil and tilt pan to distribute oil. Add the cod fillets seasoned side down and sear for 2-3 minutes. Cook them in batches so as to not overcrowd pan.
- If necessary, add remaining oil. Then flip the cod fillets and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
- Prepare Mornay Sauce or Cheese Sauce: melt the butter over medium heat in a saucepan.
- Add the flour and cook, whisking constantly, until obtaining a pale yellow roux (about 1 minute). Don't let the roux brown!
- Slowly whisk in the milk, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens (about 6-7 minutes).
- Season with the salt, pepper and nutmeg. Whisk in 2 cups cheeses until melted. If necessary, thin the sauce with a little milk..
- Pour sauce over fish fillets. Sprinkle on ½ cup yellow cheddar cheese.
- Broil the dish in the cast-iron skillet for about 3-5 minutes, or until cheese melts and turns golden brown. Remove from the oven, top with salsa, and serve immediately.
- NOTE: For the salsa, simply mix tomatoes, olives, jalapeno, and herbs together in a bowl. Drizzle in a little bit of olive oil and mix in a little bit of white wine vinegar if desired.
Notes
- Accompaniments: rice, roasted or boiled potatoes, fresh salad, or steamed vegetables.
- Wine pairing: Pinot Grigio.
- Love cod? Try our comforting Codfish Shepherd's Pie.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
720kcal
(36%)
Carbohydrates
11g
(4%)
Protein
79g
(158%)
Fat
38g
(58%)
Saturated Fat
17g
(85%)
Cholesterol
79mg
(26%)
Sodium
583mg
(24%)
Potassium
254mg
(7%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
945IU
(19%)
Vitamin C
5.5mg
(6%)
Calcium
488mg
(49%)
Iron
0.7mg
(4%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 720 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 720kcal | 36% |
| Carbohydrates | 11g | 4% |
| Protein | 79g | 158% |
| Fat | 38g | 58% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 79mg | 26% |
| Sodium | 583mg | 24% |
| Potassium | 254mg | 5% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 945IU | 19% |
| Vitamin C | 5.5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 488mg | 49% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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