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Cod in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce

Savory Cod in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce: Quick & Healthy Delight

A delightful recipe for Cod in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce, a quick, healthy, and gluten-free meal with Mediterranean flavors.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 pieces
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil can substitute with avocado oil
  • 1 piece onion diced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 cups roasted red peppers or fresh red bell peppers
  • 1 cup vegetable broth or chicken broth
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika or regular paprika
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano or fresh oregano
  • salt & pepper to taste
For the Cod
  • 4 pieces cod fillets can substitute with tilapia or haddock
  • 2 tablespoons fresh parsley for garnish

Equipment

  • Large Skillet
  • Immersion Blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium heat until it shimmers, about 1-2 minutes.
  2. Add the diced onion to the hot oil and sauté for about 5 minutes until translucent and slightly golden.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the roasted red peppers, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, dried oregano, and salt and pepper to taste; bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 10 minutes.
  5. Blend the sauce until smooth and creamy using an immersion blender.
  6. Lay the cod fillets into the skillet, spooning sauce over each piece. Cover and cook for 8-10 minutes over medium-low heat.
  7. Once cooked, remove the lid and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 60mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 2000IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to experiment with ingredients and adjust flavors to your liking. Serve alongside sides like Roasted Butternut Squash or Garlic Bread for a complete meal.

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