Baked cod and potatoes is a simple and quick fish main course. Often people mistakenly think cooking fish is complicated and only for the most expert cooks. With my tips and my recipes I want to disprove this idea. Today I’ll tell you how I transformed simple frozen cod fillets into a very tasty main course. A simple and quick recipe, perfect for bringing a healthy dish to the table without giving up flavor. Cod is a lean fish, rich in high-quality protein, low in fat and easy to digest. Frozen fillets, if good quality, keep their nutritional properties intact and are an excellent alternative to fresh fish because they are already cleaned, boneless and ready to use. In the oven, cod becomes tender and delicate, accompanied by lots of potato cubes and cherry tomatoes. With cod, don’t miss the Battered Cod recipe and the Sea Bass all’acqua pazza recipe. The result is a simple, genuine and fragrant dish that proves how even a few ingredients can turn into a delightful dinner or a special lunch. Let’s run to the kitchen and prepare together a delicious Baked Cod and Potatoes
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Budget-friendly
- Preparation time: 15 Minutes
- Cooking time: 40 Minutes
- Portions: 4 servings
- Cooking methods: Oven, Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Energy 177.19 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 17.18 (g) of which sugars 3.47 (g)
- Proteins 17.82 (g)
- Fat 4.42 (g) of which saturated 0.70 (g)of which unsaturated 0.56 (g)
- Fibers 2.00 (g)
- Sodium 189.38 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 200 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets (about 1 1/3 lb frozen)
- 1.1 lb potatoes
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 1/3 cups cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp breadcrumbs
- 1 sprig parsley
- to taste salt
How to prepare Baked Cod with Potatoes
Let the cod fillets thaw and pat them dry with paper towels. Peel the potatoes, wash them and cut into cubes. Boil the potatoes in salted water for 10 minutes. Drain them.
Put the potatoes, the cod fillets cut into pieces, the washed cherry tomatoes halved or quartered, and one clove of garlic into a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Mix with 2 tbsp. Transfer everything to a baking dish. Sprinkle with breadcrumbs and another drizzle of extra virgin olive oil.
Bake the Potatoes with cod in a preheated conventional oven at 374°F for 18-20 minutes. The cod will be ready when the flesh turns white, is tender and flakes easily with a fork. Do not overcook to avoid drying it out. Finish with fresh parsley.
See you tomorrow with a new recipe, hugs, Loredana
Loredana’s Tips
If you have leftover fish, store it in a container in the fridge for 1-2 days. Reheat in the oven or microwave.
Don’t miss the Sardine Meatballs recipe
Your questions
Is it better to thaw cod fillets before cooking them?
Yes, it is recommended to thaw them in the refrigerator for a few hours and pat them dry with paper towels. However, you can also cook them from frozen, slightly increasing the cooking time.
Can I cook cod and potatoes together?
Yes, but the potatoes must be cut thin so they cook in the same time as the fish. Alternatively, you can start cooking the potatoes 10–15 minutes earlier and then add the cod.
Which spices pair best with oven-baked cod?
Parsley, rosemary, thyme and lemon zest enhance the delicate flavor of cod. For a stronger note you can add sweet paprika or chili pepper.
Is baked cod with potatoes a light dish?
Yes, cod is a lean fish and rich in protein, low in fat. With oven cooking and little oil, it’s a healthy recipe suitable for a balanced diet.
