Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1 unit

onion

peeled and finely chopped

1 unit

leek

washed and finely sliced

5 tbsp

extra virgin olive oil

2 unit

courgettes (zucchini)

halved lengthways

1 kg

potatoes

peeled

2 unit

anchovies

1 cup

white wine

565 ml

milk

565 ml

stock

1 kg

cod fillet

skinned and pinboned

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

black pepper

freshly ground

1 handful

fresh flat-leaf parsley

roughly chopped

1 bunch

spring onions (scallions)

finely sliced

0.5 unit

lemon juice

Step 1
~3 min

Peel and finely chop the onion.

Step 2
~3 min

Wash and finely slice the leek.

Step 3
~3 min

In a large pan, slowly fry the onion and leek with olive oil for 5 minutes until soft and tender.

Step 4
~3 min

Halve the courgettes (zucchini) lengthways.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove and discard the fluffy core from the courgettes with a teaspoon.

Step 6
~3 min

Grate the remaining courgette into the pan.

Step 7
~3 min

Peel the potatoes.

Step 8
~3 min

Chop the potatoes into rough 2cm/1-inch dice.

Step 9
~3 min

Add the potatoes to the pan.

Step 10
~3 min

Stir everything well.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the anchovies.

Step 12
~3 min

Turn the heat up.

Step 13
~3 min

Add the white wine.

Step 14
~3 min

Cook down the wine by half.

Step 15
~3 min

Add the milk and stock.

Step 16
~3 min

Bring to the boil.

Step 17
~3 min

Simmer for half an hour until the potatoes are tender.

Step 18
~3 min

Skin and pinbone the cod fillet.

Step 19
~3 min

Add the cod to the pan.

Step 20
~3 min

Simmer for a further 15 minutes until the flesh flakes away.

Step 21
~3 min

Season carefully to taste with salt and pepper.

Step 22
~3 min

Roughly chop the parsley.

Step 23
~3 min

Finely slice the spring onions (scallions).

Step 24
~3 min

Divide the stew between bowls.

Step 25
~3 min

Garnish with parsley and spring onion dressed with olive oil and lemon juice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use a good quality fish stock for a richer flavor.

Don't overcook the cod, or it will become dry.

Add a pinch of chili flakes for a little heat.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made a day ahead; flavors improve.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with crusty bread for dipping.

A side salad would complement the stew.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Crusty Bread
Green Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United Kingdom

Cultural Significance

A traditional and comforting dish often enjoyed in coastal communities.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Gathering

Popularity Score

60/100

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