SPICY BAKED COD FILLETS

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Cod fillets are marinated in a blend of yogurt and spices then oven baked. This is a rich Indian delicacy that will definitely win your hearts. Serve with basmati rice biryani (spicy Indian rice) or plain white rice and lemon and lentil soup.

Provided by kanthi sharma

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian     Indian

Time 1h50m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 tablespoons plain non-fat yogurt
1 teaspoon ginger-garlic paste
2 tablespoons tandoori masala paste
2 teaspoons canned pureed tomatoes
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon white vinegar
5 tablespoons lemon juice
1 egg, beaten
2 ½ tablespoons cayenne pepper, or amount to taste
2 tablespoons ground coriander
2 tablespoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground turmeric
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
½ teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper
5 (6 ounce) cod fillets, rinsed and dried with paper towels
2 teaspoons butter
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
1 lemon, cut into wedges
½ red onion, thinly sliced

Steps:

  • Mix together in a large bowl the yogurt, ginger-garlic paste, tandoori paste, tomato puree, soy sauce, vinegar, lemon juice, egg, cayenne pepper (adjust amount to suit your taste), coriander, cumin, turmeric, salt and pepper. Place the fish fillets into the marinade and turn to coat each side. Cover bowl with plastic film and refrigerate for an hour.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Use one teaspoon each of the butter and olive oil to coat a shallow baking dish large enough to accommodate the fish in a single layer.
  • Remove fish from marinade and place in baking dish. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and dot with the remaining butter. Bake in preheated over until golden brown on top, about 30 to 40 minutes.
  • Place fish on warm serving platter and garnish with cilantro, lemon wedges, and onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.2 g, Cholesterol 104.2 mg, Fat 10.9 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 729.3 mg, Sugar 2.7 g

Saqib Butt
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this recipe changed my mind. The cod was so flavorful and the breadcrumb crust was the perfect touch.


Merit Iheanacho
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This recipe is a must-try for any seafood lover. The cod is cooked to perfection and the breadcrumb crust is amazing.


Krusst Alvarado
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I can't wait to try this recipe. It looks so good!


Imran Shaikh
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This recipe is a keeper! I'll definitely be making it again and again.


Alfred Innocent
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. It's easy to make and the results are always delicious.


Sardar Ali Asghar
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This is a great recipe for a healthy and delicious meal. The cod is a good source of protein and the breadcrumb crust is a good source of fiber.


Ubaid Marwat
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I love this recipe! The cod is always cooked perfectly and the breadcrumb crust is so flavorful.


Charles Laplaca
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This is a delicious and easy-to-make recipe. I will definitely be making it again.


Terry Muturi
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone raved about the cod and asked for the recipe.


Iran Dasilva28é6dk
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This dish was a hit with my family! The kids loved the spicy breadcrumb crust and the adults enjoyed the moist and flaky cod.


ReaperWolf Phoenix
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I love the combination of spices in this recipe. The cod was perfectly cooked and the breadcrumb crust was crispy and flavorful.


omoboriowo Musa
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This is a great recipe for a quick and easy weeknight meal. I served it with roasted vegetables and a side of rice.


Rahul kumar A3333
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I used tilapia instead of cod and it turned out great! I also added some chopped fresh cilantro to the breadcrumb mixture.


Santosh Panday
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I have a new favorite cod recipe! This was easy to make and very flavorful. The cod was moist and flaky, and the spicy breadcrumb crust was the perfect complement.