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Cod in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Savory Cod in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce for a Quick Delight

Delight your taste buds with Cod in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce; a quick, healthy meal bursting with Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 fillets
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Use high-quality for better flavor.
  • 1 medium Onion Diced.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 cup Roasted Red Peppers Fresh bell peppers can be used as a substitute.
  • 1 cup Vegetable Broth Chicken broth can be used if preferred.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano provides a more vibrant flavor.
  • Salt Essential seasoning.
  • Pepper Essential seasoning.
For the Cod
  • 4 fillets Cod Fillets Tilapia or haddock can be used as substitutes.
For Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Parsley Chopped.

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • immersion blender

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
  2. Sauté 1 diced onion for about 5 minutes until translucent and just beginning to brown.
  3. Add 2 minced garlic cloves and cook for 1 minute until fragrant, avoiding browning.
  4. Stir in 1 cup of roasted red peppers, 1 cup of vegetable broth, 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of dried oregano, and salt and pepper to taste. Let simmer for 10 minutes.
  5. Blend the sauce until smooth using an immersion blender.
  6. Place 4 cod fillets in the skillet, spoon sauce over and cook for 8-10 minutes until the cod is opaque.
  7. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cod filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 28gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 400mgPotassium: 730mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Freeze sauce and cod separately for up to 3 months. Reheat on low heat, adding broth as needed to adjust consistency.

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