Delicious Cod in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce in Just 30 Minutes

This Cod in Roasted Red Pepper Sauce is a healthy, easy meal that brings vibrant flavors to your dinner table.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Total Time 30

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Mediterranean

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

2 tablespoons Olive oil A rich base for sautéing
1 medium Onion Diced
2 cloves Garlic Minced
2 cups Roasted red peppers Fresh red bell peppers can be substituted
1 cup Vegetable broth Chicken broth works as well
1 teaspoon Smoked paprika Use regular paprika if necessary
1 teaspoon Dried oregano Fresh oregano offers a more vibrant flavor
to taste Salt
to taste Pepper

For the Cod

4 fillets Cod Tilapia or haddock can be used as substitutes

For Garnishing

2 tablespoons Fresh parsley Chopped

Equipment

Large skillet
Immersion blender

Method

Cooking Steps

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat until shimmering.
Sauté diced onions in the skillet for about 5 minutes until translucent and slightly golden.
Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in roasted red peppers, vegetable broth, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes.
Blend the sauce until smooth using an immersion blender.
Place cod fillets in the skillet, spoon sauce over each and cover. Cook for 8-10 minutes until the cod flakes easily.
Remove from heat and garnish with fresh parsley. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1filletCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 30gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 1.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 60mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Serve with sides like Roasted Greek Potatoes or a refreshing salad.

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