Oven-Roasted Black Cod with Smashed Sweet Peas
My first introduction to black cod was a rather unsuccessful grilling experience, but I’m so glad that I tried it again. Black cod, also called sablefish, is loaded with omega-3s, and it ranks high on the sustainability list. I prefer to roast or poach it, and I’m in love with the subtle, buttery flavor. Even those who are finicky about fish generally appreciate black cod. The smashed peas are such a simple side dish and they add so much to the plate. And the best part? This gourmet-looking dinner only takes twenty minutes to make.
Ingrediënten
- 2 leeks white and light green parts only, sliced into thick rings
- 1 pound shiitake mushrooms sliced
- 2 tablespoons grapeseed oil
- 2 teaspoons coarse sea salt divided, plus more for seasoning
- 2 pounds black cod skin and bones removed, cut into 4 fillets
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil divided
- 2 shallots chopped
- 2 cloves garlic chopped
- 2 cups fresh or frozen sweet peas
- ¾ cup vegetable broth
Instructies
- Combine the leeks, mushrooms, grapeseed oil, and 1 teaspoon of the salt in a large bowl and toss until well coated.
- Spread the vegetables in a 9-by-14-inch baking dish and roast for 10 minutes.
- Remove the dish from the oven and place the fish fillets on top of the vegetables.
- Season with the remaining 1 teaspoon salt, pepper, and paprika.
- Bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily and is opaque in the center.
- Meanwhile, heat 2 teaspoons of the olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
- Add the shallots and sauté for 2 to 3 minutes.
- Add the garlic and sauté for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the peas, add the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil, and sauté for about 5 minutes.
- Transfer half of the pea mixture to a blender or food processor.
- Drizzle in the broth and pulse until the peas begin to resemble a thick soup.
- Return the blended peas to the skillet, season with the salt and pepper, and stir well.
- To serve, put a generous scoop of pea mash to one side of each plate; place a fish fillet in the center of the plate, slightly overlapping the smashed peas; and top with the roasted vegetables.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Not only do shiitake mushrooms contain more than a hundred compounds that may help prevent cancer, they also keep our blood vessels healthy and block inflammation that can lead to heart disease.
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