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Cod with Pistachio Crust
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Cod with Pistachio Crust

35 minServes 2Nutri-Score B€€€
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Ingredients

2 people
  • cod fillet (skinless, patted dry)Fish400 g
  • pistachios (shelled, unsalted, finely chopped)Nuts & seeds60 g
  • breadcrumbsBakery30 g
  • olive oilPantry30 ml
  • lemon (zested and juiced)Produce1 piece
  • garlic (finely grated)Produce1 piece
  • parsley (finely chopped)Produce10 g
  • butter (melted)Dairy20 g
  • saltSpices3 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices1 g

per serving

Nutrition

397kcal

Carbs
11 g
Proteins
41 g
Fat
21 g
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Tools

  • Oven
  • Baking dish
  • Mixing bowl
  • Frying pan

step by step

Method

  1. Make the pistachio crust

    • Chop the pistachios finely and place them in a bowl.
    • Add the breadcrumbs, lemon zest, grated garlic and chopped parsley.
    • Pour in the melted butter and olive oil, season with salt and pepper and mix until it resembles a coarse crumb.
    Step 1
  2. Prepare the cod

    • Pat the cod fillets dry and season both sides with salt and pepper.
    • Squeeze over a little lemon juice.
    Step 2
  3. Sear the fish

    • Heat a drizzle of olive oil in a frying pan over medium-high heat.
    • Sear the cod fillets for 2 minutes on one side only, until lightly golden.
    Step 3
  4. Bake with the crust

    • Place the cod in a baking dish, seared side up.
    • Press the pistachio crust generously on top of each fillet.
    • Bake until the crust is golden and the fish flakes easily.
    Step 4
  5. Serve

    • Transfer the cod to plates and finish with a squeeze of lemon juice.
    • Serve immediately with a drizzle of olive oil.
    Step 5