OLIVE OIL POACHED COD WITH TOMATO SAUCE, PINE NUTS AND HERBS
This is definitely the most Christmas-looking dish I've ever made! When arranged on a platter, it just looks so beautiful and inviting - with all the vibrant colors of the tomatoes, olives, crispy caramelized shallots and fresh herb topping.
Provided by Antonia Lofaso
Categories main-dish
Time 45m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- For the sauce: Add 1/4 cup olive oil and the garlic to a large Dutch oven over medium heat and cook until the garlic is aromatic, about 2 minutes. (Make sure not to overcook the garlic, as there should be no color.) Add the red pepper flakes, then the crushed tomatoes and the remaining 1/4 cup olive oil and bring to a simmer. Add the olives and capers and cook, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and the water reduces from the top, about 12 minutes. Season with salt and pepper, then add the rosemary sprigs and allow to steep.
- For the caramelized shallots: Meanwhile, heat the butter and oil in a 12-inch saute pan over medium-low heat. Add the shallots, sugar and salt and cook, stirring occasionally, until the shallots are caramelized, 8 to 10 minutes. Set aside.
- For the cod: Heat the oil, garlic and basil in a 14-inch saute pan to 120 degrees F and cook until the garlic is golden brown and the basil has started to wilt. Discard the garlic and basil (they have done their job and seasoned the oil).
- Season both sides of the cod with salt. Gently place the cod fillets in the pan, making sure they are submerged, and poach until the fillets turn cloudy white and are firm to the touch with a slight bounce, about 8 to 9 minutes. Remove from the oil with a slotted spatula and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- For serving: Lightly toast the pine nuts in a small saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally, until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Toss together with the basil, parsley, oil and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
- Spoon the sauce onto a large platter and nestle the fish on top. Top each filet with a spoonful of caramelized shallots, then sprinkle the pine nut mixture over the fish.
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Sumon Kanu
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cod turned out dry and the sauce was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Mandisa Neemo
[email protected]This was a great recipe! I made it for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The cod was cooked perfectly and the sauce was amazing.
Twmaine Floyd
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The cod is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always delicious.
Florence Clark
[email protected]This recipe was a disappointment. The cod was overcooked and the sauce was too acidic.
macmod Batao
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cod turned out dry and the sauce was bland. I followed the recipe exactly, so I'm not sure what happened.
Jion Khan
[email protected]This recipe is a keeper! The cod was cooked perfectly and the sauce was flavorful and well-balanced. I will definitely be making this again.
Zyad Khadragy
[email protected]I've made this recipe several times and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The cod is always cooked perfectly and the sauce is always delicious.
Afran Johir
[email protected]Delicious! The cod was cooked to perfection and the sauce was amazing.
Dilip Chauhan
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The cod was moist and flaky, and the sauce was flavorful and well-balanced.
Nakimbugwe Eva
[email protected]I'm not usually a big fan of cod, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was incredible.
Junaid
[email protected]This recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing. The cod was tender and flavorful, and the sauce was rich and savory.
Princess Nmesoma
[email protected]I made this for dinner last night and it was a hit! My family loved the combination of flavors and textures. The cod was cooked perfectly and the sauce was delicious.
Zaya
[email protected]This cod dish was a delight! The fish was cooked perfectly, flaky and moist, and the tomato sauce was bursting with flavor. The pine nuts and herbs added a nice touch of crunch and freshness.