Baked Cod

Baked cod is a simple and delicious dish. Here is the recipe to prepare it:

Ingredients

• 4 cod fillets
• 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil
• Juice of 1 lemon
• 2 cloves of garlic, chopped
• 1 teaspoon of chopped fresh rosemary (or herbs of your choice)
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 large tomato, sliced (optional)
• Pitted black olives to taste (optional)

Preparation

1. Preheat oven to 200 °C (392 °F).
2. In a small bowl, mix the lemon juice with olive oil, chopped garlic, and rosemary. Add salt and pepper to taste.
3. Lay the cod fillets in a lightly oiled baking dish. Sprinkle with the prepared lemon and herb mixture.
4. If desired, add tomato slices on top of the cod and distribute some black olives.
5. Bake for about 15-20 minutes, or until the cod becomes opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
6. Serve the cod hot, possibly with a sprinkle of fresh herbs as garnish.

Curiosity

Cod is a fish that is highly appreciated in Italian cuisine, especially for its white and delicate flesh. It is a versatile ingredient that suits multiple cooking methods, from oven baking to pan-frying, to grilling. In Northern Italy, in particular, it often features in traditional recipes, such as the famous “Baccalà alla Vicentina”.

If you like, you can pair the dish with a glass of light and fresh white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Verdicchio, which go well with the delicate flavor of the cod.