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Spanish Grilled Cod

Delicious Spanish Grilled Cod with Creamy Romesco Sauce

This Spanish Grilled Cod features tender fish paired with a creamy Romesco sauce, bringing Mediterranean flavors to your dinner table.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cod
  • 4 pieces Cod Steaks Feel free to substitute with haddock.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin recommended.
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used for a milder flavor.
  • to taste Sea Salt Kosher salt is preferred.
  • to taste Black Pepper
For the Romesco Sauce
  • 2 medium Red Bell Peppers Jarred roasted peppers can be used.
  • 1/3 cup Almonds Pine nuts can be swapped for variety.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Cloves Powdered garlic can be used if in a hurry.
  • 1 slice Crusty Bread Gluten-free bread can keep it inclusive.
  • 2 tablespoons Sherry Vinegar Red wine vinegar is a good alternative.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley Optional, for garnish.
  • 1 piece Lemon Wedges Highly recommended for flavor.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • blender
  • mixing bowls
  • Tongs

Method
 

Romesco Sauce Preparation
  1. Roast the red bell peppers until charred at 450°F for 15-20 minutes. In a blender, combine roasted peppers, toasted almonds, garlic, crusty bread, sherry vinegar, and smoked paprika. Blend and drizzle in olive oil until creamy, then season with salt and pepper.
Grill Preparation
  1. Preheat the grill to high heat (400-450°F) and brush cod steaks with olive oil.
Seasoning the Cod
  1. Season cod steaks with smoked paprika, sea salt, and black pepper. Let sit for 5-10 minutes.
Grilling the Cod
  1. Grill cod for 3-4 minutes on each side until opaque and flaky. Avoid flipping too soon.
Serving
  1. Transfer grilled cod to a platter, spoon creamy Romesco sauce on top, and garnish with parsley and lemon wedges.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 80mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Romesco sauce can be stored in the fridge for 1 week or frozen for 3 months.

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