Description
Create a delightful Mediterranean-style dish by transforming fresh cod with this tomato-based poaching recipe. This elegant meal combines perfectly poached cod’s tenderness with rich tomato and aromatic flavors.
A rich, aromatic tomato base enhances this poached cod’s delicate flavor. The fish cooks to perfection in just 25 minutes. Each bite delivers a tender, flaky texture that melts in your mouth. The tomato sauce maintains the fish’s moisture while adding depth and flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 (6-ounce) cod filets.
- 2 cups marinara sauce or crushed tomatoes.
- 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- 1 onion, thinly sliced.
- 3–4 garlic cloves, crushed.
- Salt and pepper to taste.
- Fresh herbs (basil, parsley) for garnish.
- Optional: black olives and capers to enhance flavor.
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic until they become soft and fragrant.
- Create the Sauce: Add tomato sauce and seasonings. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Add the Fish: Season cod filets with salt and pepper, then place them gently in the simmering sauce.
- Poach: Cover the skillet and let it cook for 8-10 minutes until the fish flakes easily with a fork. The cod should appear opaque and very tender.
Notes
– Temperature Control: Maintain a gentle simmer, not a boil. Lower the heat immediately if the sauce bubbles too vigorously.
– Fish Doneness: The fish should flake easily and look opaque throughout after 8 minutes.
– Moisture Tip: The fish’s texture improves when patted dry with paper towels before seasoning.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Poaching