Roasted Cod and Potatoes Recipe (2024)

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Christie

Easy and enjoyable. Might add sliced onions to potatoes next time for a bit more flavor. Or fennel. God, I love fennel.

Ellen

This was delicious as written. I have access to good fish. I tossed the potatoes with olive oil, salt and pepper. Make sure you liberally season them! It matters. Roasted them as directed on a half sheet pan. That allowed them to spread out and get crisp and browned. I transferred the potatoes to a heated 12" cast iron skillet, sprinkled them with fresh thyme, and laid the fish on them and drizzled with good butter. Broiled as directed. Served with new spring asparagus and lemon wedges. Divine.

Yogamom

You might try a method that I use, based on a Deborah Madison recipe. It works well every time and results in a creamy, completely cooked potato and gives you the ability to control the amount of browning/crispiness: butter or oil the baking dish well, prepare as directed, and then add a few tablespoons of broth or water to the dish, COVER the dish tightly and roast the potatoes until soft (time depends on the amount - approx 20-40 min). Then uncover the dish and roast until crispy.

Maria L Peterson

If you are not a potato fan or want something healthier to go with the cod, use garbanzo beans. Traditionally, Spanish and Portuguese chefs prefer garbanzos.

Leo

Very delicious; as Martha Stewart says, there's just something about fish and potatoes. You can add pretty much any vegetable to the potatoes, but dense ones work better because of the heat and cooking time. Onion and red or green sweet peppers work well. I sometimes put a layer of spinach leaves under the fish before putting it under the broiler. And sometimes a bit of cream for the finish.

MelissaJane

Great, simple technique for firm white fish (cod, hake, etc.), although no need to broil; a 400-degree oven is fine for both potatoes and fish and more forgiving. The potatoes are so good. Rubbed crushed garlic and lemon pepper on the fish; seasonings could be endlessly varied.

Sara

I really like this recipe, and it is similar to a couple others I have for fish and potatoes. This time I used leftover mashed potatoes instead of sliced potatoes. I flattened the mash into an olive oil-slicked pan, drizzled them with more olive oil, sprinkled with salt and pepper, and roasted them at 400° for 10 minutes. Then I placed the cod on top and followed the rest of the recipe exactly. The cod browned and flaked perfectly and was delicious with the mash!

kniterati

Potatoes are healthy food, full of vitamins c and B6 and potassium. There is no reason for anyone except for those who are actually allergic to potatoes to avoid them unless they seem distasteful. Potatoes get a lot of needless bad press.

s4shon

I made with leeks (sautéed in the butter) and carrots in addition to the potatoes. A keeper.

dibryan chitwood

Healthier? More protein, no doubt, but far too many Americans are consuming far too much protein as it is. We do not live by protein alone and need our carbohydrates as well. I fail to see what is unhealthy about these simple roasted potatoes. And I'm as fond of a good garbanzo bean as the next man.

Marie

Loved it! Used a mandoline & added 1/2 onion to potatoes along with both butter & olive oil. Dipped the fish in emulsified lemon & o.oil then coated with toasted panko. Stirred potatoes once or twice during cooking then topped with fish & rest of lemon mix. Finished off with lots of chopped parsley. The added crunch and lemon was awesome! will def. make again!

b

-Use yukon gold potatoes and olive oil-Season with a lot of salt and pepper before the oven-Halfway through the 40min cook time, shuffle and turn over the potatoes with a spatula to recoat with oil and facilitate 2-sided cooking of potatoes for the last 20min. add some more salt and pepper before returning to oven -After adding the fish and coating with oil per the recipe, sprinkle fish with some dried thyme before broiling

Laura G.

This was a big hit, and I will definitely make it again! I used a mixture of olive oil and butter, and sprinkled some paprika (sweet) on top of the potatoes. I also just baked for another 15 or so minutes after adding the cod rather than turning on the broiler. (But if you're going to use the broiler, the recipe should really include a warning to start the baking in a flame-proof pan. "Baking pan" is not clear enough.

cod with potatoes

Add garlic and shallots to potatoes. Tasty!

Linda

I sliced the potatoes in my food processor and then prepared them in the "Greek" style, tossing the potatoes with lemon juice and oregano in addition to the olive oil, salt and pepper. I also followed MJK'S advice and cooked the potatoes in the microwave before roasting them and the fish in the oven. It was delicious!

Maria Carney

I added thinly sliced onions to the potatoes which worked very well!

Lara

Such a delicious dish for being so simple. The only change I made was adding some Herbes de Provence to the potatoes along with the butter, salt, and pepper.

Susan

This recipe has become one of our favorites with a few changes. I use a food processor with the slicing blade versus a mandoline. I also switch about half the potatoes for onions and some other vegetable like summer squash or fennel. I slice them all with the food processor.

karen

Add carrots

karen

We don’t care for it

Mitch

It’s a tad boring, but nevertheless it is good and satisfying. I tossed the potatoes (Yukon Good) in oil, salt & pepper, various spices (paprika, garlic powder), and shallots. Cooked for about 30 minutes on 400, then placed the cod on top and put a few small slices of butter on top of each piece w/ salt and pepper for about 20 more minutes.

Stacy

I think the broiling makes this a 5 out of 5! I tried just baking the fish as others suggested and it was just meh. Broiling is key!

Man About Town

Enjoyed this nice dish last night with my new wife. Perfect evening, and so was the food.

wanda

This was a big hit. I used the newest most tender potatoes I could find and fresh cod and it was melt in your mouth delicious.

sage

This took like 2 seconds to throw together, which was appreciated! I'm mid-move right now, so I was NOT about to dig out my mandolin on a Tuesday night lol but I used the wide slicer holes on my box grater for very thin potatoes and dumped them in the pan with olive oil, salt, pepper. Waited until the potatoes were *just* starting to brown then added the cod (skipped the broiling step) with lemon slices on top and baked for another few minutes. Added some lemon-dressed mixed greens on the side.

Audrey McClune

I admittedly made this with limp, almost gone Yukon gold potatoes that I didn't peel and frozen cod filets, and it was still fantastic! Easy, family-pleasing weeknight meal. I added garlic salt and regular salt to the potatoes and lemon pepper on the fish. Fresh fish would have been really delish, but for something I could throw together after coming home from vacation for a week, this was perfect.

YaYas

I loved the simplicity of this dish and the ease of cooking (after washing the potatoes!). My sheet pans were too big for this dish, so I made it in a broiler-safe saute pan. I started the potatoes on the stove after seasoning and dousing them with melted butter; added a little wine, & cooked covered for ~10 mins. Uncovered to let the wine evaporate, recovered for 15 mins in the oven, uncovered again and cooked to finish per the recipe. Next time, I will try other seasonings -- dill or curry?

Laurie

Delicious, but the broiler is always too hot for the thickness of my fish and my potatoes get very crispy! I broil for a few minutes then go back to the 400 temp.

Christian de Concord California

Simply delicious, simple basic flavor

SW Kitchen

Be aware! My oven burned the potato edges in a minute or two! I took the fish and put them in a smaller LeCruset baking dish to finish, with the remaining saved potatoes warmed on the lower rack the last minute.

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Roasted Cod and Potatoes Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is the best cooking technique for cod? ›

Try a gentle cooking method: Instead of adding fat, you can also try a gentle cooking method like steaming or cooking en papillote. Both of these methods help to preserve Pacific cod's high moisture content and produce incredibly tender results.

Do you flip cod when baking? ›

Carefully flip the cod and transfer the pan to the oven. Bake for 12-14 minutes until the fish feels slightly firm when gently pressed with your finger.

Do you have to soak cod fish before cooking? ›

Soaking is the most important step in preparing salt cod. Most recipes say to soak for 24 hours. However, this is risky and may leave the fish too salty. About 48 hours is a better bet.

How long does cod need to be cooked for? ›

Nestle cod pieces into baking dish. Step 3Bake until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, 25 to 30 minutes, depending on thickness of filets.

Is cod better in the oven or pan? ›

Pan-frying is a great option for cod fillet or loin as there is time to produce a lovely crispy skin without overcooking the delicate, flaky flesh. This is the way cod and similar white fish are often cooked in restaurant kitchens and is very simple to do at home.

Should you soak cod in milk before cooking? ›

Before cooking, soak the fish in milk for 20 minutes

In this scenario, the protein in the milk binds with the compounds that cause that fishy odor, in essence extracting if from the fish. What's left behind is sweet-smelling, brighter flesh with clean flavor. (Just make sure you pour that milk down the drain.

What temperature should cod be cooked at in the oven? ›

Preheat an oven or grill to 400 degrees. Lightly spritz fish with olive oil, sprinkle with fresh cracked pepper and sea salt. Bake for approx 12 minutes, or to an internal temp of 145 degrees. Squeeze fresh lemon or lime over the fish and serve.

How do you bake cod without it falling apart? ›

If you're in a pinch you can thaw it in the sink by running cool, not warm or hot, water over the fish until totally thawed. Be sure to leave the fish in its plastic wrapping for this method. If you place the fish directly in the water to thaw, it will become waterlogged and fall apart when baked.

Why is my baked cod mushy? ›

It's easy to accidentally overcook seafood, especially small shellfish—like shrimp and mussels—and thin fish fillets. The texture can also turn out mushy if it is too saturated with water. Fortunately, you can start making restaurant-quality seafood at home with these seafood cooking tips.

Why do you soak cod in milk? ›

milk will remove some of the fishy taste and smell of old fish. If flesh of fish is firm and shiny it is good to cook. Soaking in milk for about 30 mins is to remove the odour.

Should you take cod out of fridge before cooking? ›

If you salt your fish less than an hour before cooking, you can leave the fish on the kitchen counter. If you salt it for longer, refrigerate it so it doesn't spoil. Another tip is to remove the fish from the fridge half an hour before cooking.

Why do you salt cod before cooking? ›

Salting fish, like sea bass fillets, before cooking helps to firm up the flesh and improves the texture. If you've travelled much in Spain or Portugal you will no doubt of seen salt cod, or bacalao on the menu – this is where the fish is covered in salt for days to remove all the moisture.

Can cod be a little undercooked? ›

Proper Cooking Techniques: Ensure that cod is cooked thoroughly to an internal temperature of at least 145°F (63°C). The flesh should be opaque and flake easily with a fork. Use a Food Thermometer: Invest in a reliable food thermometer to accurately measure the internal temperature of cod and other seafood.

How do you not overcook cod fish? ›

Therefore, be sure to account for this and remove the fish from the heat when the temperature is slightly below 145°F, so that it's internal temperature will rise to the perfect level after resting away from the heat for a few minutes. This will ensure you do not overcook fish accidentally.

What is the cod fish technique? ›

COD-FISH is a strand-specific modification of standard FISH technology which allows the hybridization of single-stranded probes to one, and only one, chromatid of a metaphase chromosome.

How do you cook cod so it's not rubbery? ›

A notoriously finicky fish, cod needs as much moisture as it can get in the hot oven. Cook the cod at a high temperature. The less amount of time the cod spends in the oven, the less likely it is to turn out rubbery and dry. That is to say, cooking it at a high temperature is key to not making it rubbery.

What is the best cooking method for fish and why? ›

Make sure to cook your fish in a way that doesn't overwhelm the flavor. The level of fat in the meat. Leaner types of seafood dry out more easily, which makes them better suited for wet cooking methods like steaming and poaching. Fatty fish like tuna and salmon, on the other hand, are ideal for grilling and roasting.

How to cook frozen cod so it's not rubbery? ›

Brush both sides of frozen fish with olive, canola, peanut or grapeseed oil. Place fish in heated pan and cook, uncovered, about 3 minutes, until browned. Turn fish over, season with spices, and cover the skillet tightly. Reduce heat to medium, and cook 6 to 8 minutes more until opaque throughout.

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