Cod à l'orange

The preparation of cod à l’orange is a tasty way to combine the bold flavor of the fish with the sweet citrus aroma of oranges. Here is the recipe for you:

Ingredients

• 600 g of pre-soaked and desalted cod
• 2 untreated oranges
• Flour, as needed for dusting
• Extra virgin olive oil, as needed
• 1 clove of garlic
• Chopped fresh parsley
• Salt, if necessary at the end of cooking
• Black pepper, to taste

Preparation

1. Start by drying the cod well with paper towels and cutting it into medium-sized pieces.
2. Lightly flour the pieces of cod.
3. Heat some extra virgin olive oil in a pan and fry the whole garlic clove until it turns golden.
4. Remove the garlic and add the floured cod pieces. Sauté the cod on both sides until golden.
5. Meanwhile, wash and dry the oranges and grate the zest, taking care not to include the bitter white part. Squeeze the juice of the oranges.
6. Once the cod is browned, add the orange juice and some of the grated zest to the pan. Lower the flame and let it cook for another 10 minutes until the cod is well cooked and the sauce has slightly reduced.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if necessary, and add a sprinkle of black pepper as desired.
8. Sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley before serving.

Cod à l’orange is great if left to sit for a few minutes before serving.

Curiosity

The recipe for cod à l’orange combines the tradition of cod, widely used in Italian cuisine, especially in the north and Venetian areas, with the Mediterranean use of citrus fruits, typical of the south. This dish thus unites flavors from different Italian regions in a successful blend of tastes.

If you desire a wine pairing, you could opt for a white with good acidity and citrus notes, which match well with the sweetness and tartness of the orange. A Pinot Grigio from Friuli might be an interesting choice.