Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.25 cup

olive oil

2 tbsp

hazelnut oil

2 tbsp

balsamic vinegar

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

16 unit

small tomatoes

halves

2 tbsp

chives

398 ml

white beans

2 tbsp

olive oil

1 unit

fennel root

diced

1 sprig

rosemary

2 unit

sage leaves

4 tsp

pastis

3 tbsp

olive oil

4 unit

cod filet

(6 oz)

3 tbsp

toasted chopped hazelnuts

toasted chopped

1 tbsp

chives

Step 1
~2 min

Prepare the vinaigrette: Mix olive oil, hazelnut oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, pepper, tomato halves, and chives in a bowl. Set aside.

Step 2
~2 min

Prepare the white bean mash: Coarsely mash white beans with a fork.

Step 3
~2 min

Heat olive oil in a pan. Add diced fennel root, rosemary, and sage.

Step 4
~2 min

Cook the fennel mixture for 3-4 minutes, until slightly softened. Remove the rosemary and sage sprigs.

Step 5
~2 min

Stir in pastis, then add the mashed white beans. Mix well and season with salt and pepper.

Step 6
~2 min

Keep the white bean mash warm.

Step 7
~2 min

Preheat oven to 450°F (232°C).

Step 8
~2 min

Season cod fillets with salt and pepper.

Step 9
~2 min

Heat olive oil in an oven-safe skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 10
~2 min

Sear cod fillets for 1-2 minutes per side.

Step 11
~2 min

Flip the cod fillets and transfer the skillet to the preheated oven.

Step 12
~2 min

Bake for 5 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily.

Step 13
~2 min

To serve, place a cod fillet on top of the white bean mash.

Step 14
~2 min

Spoon the tomato vinaigrette over the cod and mash. Garnish with toasted chopped hazelnuts and fresh chives.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.

Don't overcook the cod; it should be flaky and moist.

Adjust the amount of pastis to your preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Vinaigrette can be made ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Pair with a simple green salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted Asparagus
Green Salad with Lemon Vinaigrette

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Simple coastal cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Casual Entertaining

Popularity Score

65/100

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