BLACK COD IN TOMATO-SAFFRON STEW

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Familiar ingredients come together in an unexpected way in a stew ofblack cod, tomato, andsaffron; scallions, dried currants, and almonds add fragrance and compelling texture. Crusty baguette is justright for dipping.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Seafood Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 12

3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper, flakes
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
1/8 teaspoon saffron threads
1 can cold, whole, peeled tomatoes (28 ounces)
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 1/2 pounds skinless black cod, or haddock fillets, cut into 1- to 2-inch chunks
1/4 cup dried currants
1/4 cup cliced almonds, toasted
3 scallions (about 1/3 cup), thinly sliced
1 baguette, for serving

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a medium-heavy pot over medium heat. Add garlic; cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add red pepper flakes, fennel seeds, and saffron. Cook, stirring constantly, 1 minute. Add tomatoes, and crush with a wooden spoon. Add 1 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer; cook, stirring occasionally, until mixture has thickened, about 15 minutes.
  • Season cod with salt and pepper. Add cod and currants to tomato mixture. Cover, and cook 5 minutes. Gently stir cod; cover, and cook until opaque, about 5 minutes more. Divide among serving bowls. Sprinkle with almonds and scallions, and serve with baguette.

DSLR SRABON
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This dish was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I still enjoyed it. I think I'll try it again with less chili peppers next time.


Ati Khan
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I love the vibrant color of this dish! The saffron really gives it a unique flavor. I'll be sure to try this recipe again soon.


michael ackison
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This recipe was easy to follow and the results were impressive! The fish was cooked perfectly and the sauce was rich and flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Monarul munna
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Not a fan of the saffron flavor. Otherwise, the dish was well-executed.


Ali Hamaz
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The black cod was a bit dry, but the sauce was delicious. I think I'll try it again with a different type of fish.


Kyle Canada
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This is one of my favorite recipes! The black cod always comes out so tender and flaky, and the sauce is so flavorful. I like to serve it with a side of roasted vegetables.


yandiswa Manavira
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a success! The saffron and tomato flavors really shined through. I added a bit of extra spice to give it a little kick. Will definitely make this again.


Ms Rojna
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This black cod dish was an absolute delight! The combination of tomato, saffron, and spices created a rich and flavorful stew that perfectly complemented the delicate fish. The cod was cooked to perfection, flaky and moist, and the sauce was simply d