Best 4 Asian Poached Cod Recipes

Asian poached cod is a delectable dish that combines the delicate flavors of cod with the aromatic and flavorful ingredients of Asian cuisine. This cooking technique gently cooks the cod in a flavorful broth, resulting in a moist and flaky fish that is infused with the essence of Asian spices and herbs. Whether you prefer a classic poaching method or a more modern approach using a sous vide or a slow cooker, there's an Asian poached cod recipe that will tantalize your taste buds.

Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!

ORIENTAL POACHED FISH

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Make and share this Oriental Poached Fish recipe from Food.com.

Provided by NannyMarvel

Categories Chinese

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

15 sprigs fresh cilantro, torn in half
1 inch long piece fresh ginger, lightly smashed with the flat side of a knife
2 garlic cloves, peeled
4 scallions, cut into thirds
3 tablespoons peanut oil
2 teaspoons salt
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons gin
1 1/2-2 lbs fresh fish fillets (trout, striped bass, red snapper, catfish)
2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
1 tablespoon dry sherry
1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
1 pinch ground pepper
2 tablespoons chicken stock
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, julienned
2 scallions, white parts only, cut into 1/2 inch long julienne

Steps:

Combine poaching liquid ingredients with water to bring the mixture within 1 1/2 inches from top of fish poacher, Dutch oven or lidded pan. Bring to a boil and boil for 5 minutes.
Add fish to poaching liquid. Cover pan; immediately turn off heat. Let fish cook, undisturbed for 10 minutes.
Stir together soy sauce, sugar, sherry, vinegar, pepper and chicken stock in mixing bowl. Set aside.
Transfer fish to warmed platter. Discard poaching liquid.
Heat peanut oil in a wok or large nonstick skillet over high heat. When a wisp of smoke appears, add ginger and scallions. Cook, stirring and shaking for 1 minute; add sauce. Once sauce boils, pour contents of pan over fish. Serve at once.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 414.6, Fat 18.6, SaturatedFat 3.2, Cholesterol 93.7, Sodium 1943, Carbohydrate 15, Fiber 1, Sugar 12, Protein 40.9

THIS AROMATIC THAI POACHED COD TAKES JUST 30 MINUTES

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Mildly spicy Thai red curry paste adds a deliciously aromatic flavor and a gorgeous pink hue to the coconut milk broth. Cooking the bok choy separately while the cod poaches in the curry keeps it bright green and crisp-tender. Change it up with halibut steaks or even a couple pounds of mussels. If you can't find baby bok choy, thinly sliced white or green chard is a great substitute. Serve with a crusty whole-grain baguette or roll to soak up the extra sauce and a crisp glass of Riesling.

Provided by Ivy Odom

Time 30m

Yield Serves 4 (serving size: 6 oz. cod, 1 cup vegetables, and 3/4 cup broth)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1 tablespoon canola oil
1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots
1 (2-inch) piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced (about 2 Tbsp.)
2 garlic cloves, minced (about 2 tsp.)
2 teaspoons Thai red curry paste
1/2 cup dry white wine
2 (14-oz.) cans light coconut milk, well shaken
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
3/4 teaspoon fish sauce
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt, divided
4 (6-oz.) skinless cod fillets
1 tablespoon sesame oil
5 cups thinly sliced baby bok choy (about 10 oz.)
1/4 cup cilantro sprigs
8 lime wedges

Steps:

Heat canola oil in a 4-quart Dutch oven over medium-high. Add shallots, ginger, and garlic; cook, stirring often, until shallots are tender, about 5 minutes. Stir in curry paste, and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in wine, and cook until liquid almost evaporates, 2 to 3 minutes. Add coconut milk, lime juice, fish sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Cover and cook until the mixture comes just to a simmer, 5 to 7 minutes.
Sprinkle remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt over fish; place fillets in a single layer in simmering liquid in Dutch oven. Cover and cook until fish flakes easily with a fork, 7 to 9 minutes.
Meanwhile, heat sesame oil in a large skillet over medium-high. Add bok choy; cook, stirring often, until browned and tender, about 6 minutes.
Using a spatula, transfer fish to 4 bowls. Ladle broth evenly over fish; add bok choy. Garnish with cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283, Carbohydrate 9 g, Fat 11 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 32 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, Sodium 663 mg, Sugar 3 g, UnsaturatedFat 7 g

POACHED FISH WITH GINGER & SESAME BROTH

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Poach your favourite white fish in a light Asian-inspired broth and serve alongside healthy green broccoli, Chinese cabbage, soya beans and spring onions

Provided by Sara Buenfeld

Categories Dinner

Time 18m

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

500ml weak fish stock
1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
2 slices ginger
2 garlic cloves , shredded
85g frozen soya beans or pea
100g Tenderstem broccoli , halved if large
4 Chinese leaves , sliced, or 1 small pak choi
3 spring onions , sliced at an angle
2 chunky white fish fillets, such as haddock or sustainable cod
few drops sesame oil
½ - 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds

Steps:

Pour the stock into a deep sauté pan or wok with the vinegar, then add the ginger and garlic. Cover and cook for 5 mins to allow the flavours to mingle.
Add the soya beans, broccoli and the fleshy part of the Chinese leaves, then place the spring onions and fish on top. Cover and cook for 4-5 mins more until the fish just flakes. Carefully lift the fish off, discard the ginger, and stir in the remaining Chinese leaf and the sesame oil. Ladle into bowls, top with the fish and sprinkle with the seeds.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 6 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 6 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 1 grams sugar, Fiber 5 grams fiber, Protein 40 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

ASIAN POACHED COD

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Quick and easy way to prepare cod that is delicious and flavorful. Serve with white rice and vegetables.

Provided by CollinW

Categories Fish Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 pound cod, cut into 2-inch chunks
6 tablespoons water
5 tablespoons soy sauce
3 green onions, diced
1 (2 inch) piece ginger, cut into thin strips
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon sesame oil
¾ teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
¼ teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder

Steps:

Arrange cod into the bottom of a saucepan.
Mix water, soy sauce, green onions, ginger, garlic, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and Chinese five-spice powder together in a bowl; pour over the cod.
Place saucepan over high heat and bring liquid to a boil; reduce heat to low and cook at a simmer until cod flakes easily with a fork, 12 to 15 minutes. Remove cod from liquid with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 144 calories, Carbohydrate 4.3 g, Cholesterol 40.9 mg, Fat 4.3 g, Fiber 0.7 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1201.6 mg, Sugar 0.7 g

Tips:

Choose the freshest cod you can find. Fresh cod will have a mild, slightly sweet flavor and a firm, flaky texture.
Poaching is a gentle cooking method that preserves the delicate flavor and texture of cod. Be sure to use a simmering liquid that is flavorful, but not too salty or spicy.
Add aromatics to the poaching liquid to enhance the flavor of the cod. Good options include lemon slices, ginger, garlic, thyme, and bay leaves.
Do not overcook the cod. Cod is a delicate fish that cooks quickly. Overcooked cod will be tough and dry.
Serve poached cod with a variety of dipping sauces or condiments. Good options include tartar sauce, lemon butter sauce, or a simple vinaigrette.

Conclusion:

Poached cod is a delicious and healthy dish that is easy to make. With a few simple tips, you can create a flavorful and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood dinner, give poached cod a try.