Best 7 Cod A La Vasca Recipes

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Cod a la Vasca, also known as Bacalao a la Vizcaína, is a traditional Basque dish that captures the essence of Spanish cuisine. Originating in the Basque Country of Spain, this hearty and flavorful stew combines the delectable taste of codfish with an array of vibrant ingredients, creating a symphony of textures and flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. In this article, we will embark on a culinary journey to uncover the best recipe for Cod a la Vasca, exploring variations, techniques, and the secrets to achieving the perfect balance of flavors. We will delve into the history and cultural significance of this dish, showcasing its popularity not only in Spain but also in other parts of the world. So, prepare your palate for a delightful adventure as we dive into the world of Cod a la Vasca, discovering the ultimate recipe that will transport you to the heart of the Basque culinary tradition.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BACALAO A LA VIZCAINA (BASQUE STYLE CODFISH STEW)



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This Spanish-style fish stew from the Basque region of Spain is a traditional peasant dish popular in all Spanish-speaking countries (where each has given it their special twist). For example, in Mexico it is usually made for Christmas, New Year's Eve, and Lent; in Puerto Rico it is a year-round favorite but most enjoyed during Lent. This is one of the Puerto Rican versions.

Provided by Milly Suazo-Martinez

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Seafood

Time 9h15m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound salted cod fish
4 potatoes, sliced thick
2 onions, sliced
4 hard-boiled eggs, sliced
2 teaspoons capers
2 large cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup pitted green olives
1 (4 ounce) jar roasted red bell peppers, drained
½ cup golden raisins
1 bay leaf
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
½ cup extra virgin olive oil
1 cup water
¼ cup white wine

Steps:

  • Soak the salted cod in about 2 quarts of water, changing the water 3 times over the course of 8 hours. Drain and cut the fish into bite-size pieces.
  • Layer the half of each ingredient in the following order: potatoes, cod fish, onions, hard-boiled eggs, capers, garlic, olives, roasted red peppers, and raisins. Place the bay leaf on top, then pour half the tomato sauce and half the olive oil. Repeat with the remaining ingredients in the same order. Pour the water and white wine on top. Do not stir.
  • Cover and bring to a boil over medium heat. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the potatoes are tender, about 30 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 474.5 calories, Carbohydrate 31.6 g, Cholesterol 192.3 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 3.8 g, Protein 42.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 4353.3 mg, Sugar 9.3 g

COD A LA VASCA



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Make and share this Cod a La Vasca recipe from Food.com.

Provided by nsomniak6

Categories     Very Low Carbs

Time 17m

Yield 2 fillets, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 cod fish fillets, 1 lb
flour (for dredging)
1/4 cup olive oil
salt & pepper
3 garlic cloves, crushed
1/2 cup dry white wine
1/4 cup parsley, minced
3 scallions (about 1/4 cup) or 3 shallots, chopped (about 1/4 cup)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 500 degrees. (not broil).
  • Heat a 10-inch pan on med-high.
  • Dredge the top side of the cod with flour.
  • Add olive oil to the pan and heat until a pinch of flour sizzles when dropped in pan.
  • Cook the Cod, flour side down, until brown about 3-4 minutes.
  • Turn it and season with salt & pepper.
  • Add garlic, wine, parsley and scallions.
  • Immediately put the pan in oven and bake until cod is done. about 5-7 mins.
  • When the cod begins to "gape" (its sections separate).
  • When its done it is opaque throughout and will offer no resistance to a thin-bladed knife; avoid overcooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 493.5, Fat 28.7, SaturatedFat 4, Cholesterol 99.3, Sodium 136.8, Carbohydrate 5.1, Fiber 0.9, Sugar 1.2, Protein 42.1

15 COD RECIPES EVERYONE WILL LOVE: PAN FRIED COD & MORE!



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This pan fried cod is the best white fish you'll have! Flavored simply with spices and olive oil, it's healthy, stunning and irresistible all at once.

Provided by Sonja Overhiser

Categories     Main Dish

Time 7m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 pounds cod (4 fillets)
2 teaspoons smoked paprika (also called pimentón)*
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/8 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 tablespoon butter (or olive oil, for dairy-free)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
Finely chopped Italian parsley, for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, combine the smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, celery seed, and kosher salt. Pat the cod dry and sprinkle all sides with the seasoning.
  • Heat a large skillet over medium high heat and add the butter and olive oil. When butter is melted, add the cod and cook for 2 minutes.
  • Flip the cod and pour the lemon juice over the fish. Cook an additional 1 to 2 minutes until the cod is tender and starts to flake when you prick it with a fork (adjust based on the thickness of the fillets). Remove from the heat and sprinkle with the parsley. Serve immediately, drizzled with the sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 211 calories, Sugar 0.1 g, Sodium 496.3 mg, Fat 10.3 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 0.8 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 30 g, Cholesterol 85.8 mg

COD A LA LEIF MANNERSTROM



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds center cut cod, on the bone, but cut off 1-inch of the belly to make the saddle stand sturdily
4 cloves garlic
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Olive oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 tablespoon oil
1 shallot, chopped
1 pound chanterelles, cleaned
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F.
  • Make slits with the tip of a knife all over the cod. Slice the cloves of garlic and press them in slits. Season with salt and pepper, place on a baking tray or roasting pan and drizzle with olive oil. Roast in the oven for approximately 45 minutes. When it easily comes off the bones, it is done. Remove the cod from the oven and set aside while you prepare the chanterelles.
  • Heat a saute pan over high heat. Add the butter and the oil and heat. Add the shallots and saute for 1 minute. Add the chanterelles and cook until they are tender and have given up their liquid. Season with salt and pepper and serve with the cod.

BACALAO A LA BIZCAINA: SALT COD BIZCAINE STYLE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time P1DT40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 pound salt cod
2 tablespoons extra-vigin olive oil
1 small onion, thinly sliced
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
2 pound plum tomatoes roasted, peeled and chopped
1/2 cup Manzanilla olives (about 25), cut in half
1/3 cup capers
1 pinch ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
4 pickled jalapenos, chopped (available in the Mexican section of any grocery store)
1/2 cup chopped Italian parsley
Salt, if necessary
1 pound small waxy, red potatoes, boiled

Steps:

  • In a medium-size bowl put the cod fish, and cover with water and let it soak for 24 hours. Change the water a least 4 times in a period of 1 day. (It's important to do this process, otherwise the fish will be extremely salty). When the cod has finished soaking, clean, picking out any cartilage or bones. Shred into small pieces.
  • In a large saucepan heat the oil. When hot, add the onion and saute for about 3 minutes. Add the chopped garlic and saute until golden. Add the cod and stir, add the tomatoes and cover. Let it simmer for about 10 minutes, add the olives, capers, cloves, cinnamon, and jalapenos. Mix well and let simmer for 2 more minutes, add the chopped parsley, taste for salt and add if needed. Add the boiled potatoes. Remove from heat.
  • Place in a medium soup bowl, accompanied with toasted crusty French bread.

COD AU GRATIN



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If you want to impress a Newfoundlander, do it with simple goodness. This recipe is straight from Newfoundland!

Provided by Rose Small

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 45m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds cod fillets
3 tablespoons margarine
6 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 cups milk
salt and ground black pepper to taste
1 ½ cups shredded Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease an 8x 12 inch baking dish. Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Add cod fillets and cook for 4 to 6 minutes; drain.
  • Melt margarine in a medium saucepan. Remove from heat and mix in the flour and milk. Return to stove over medium heat, and stir until thickened. Season with salt and pepper.
  • Flake fish into baking dish, alternating layers with sauce. Sprinkle top with shredded cheese.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until cheese is browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 379.5 calories, Carbohydrate 10.3 g, Cholesterol 107.8 mg, Fat 19.4 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 39.1 g, SaturatedFat 9.4 g, Sodium 391.4 mg, Sugar 4.1 g

SALT COD WITH TOMATOES AND CAPERS (BACCALà ALLA VESUVIANA)



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In Italy, this recipe is a classic holiday dish. For Christmas Eve, it would generally be served at room temperature, as part of a buffet.

Provided by Mario Batali

Categories     Christmas     Dinner     Seafood     Cod     Christmas Eve     Simmer     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Serves 6 as an appetizer or 4 as a main-course

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 pounds center-cut skinless boneless salt cod (baccalà), rinsed well
2 tablespoons salt-packed capers*
7 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 medium onion, finely diced (about 1 1/2 cups)
4 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
1 (28-ounce) can whole San Marzano tomatoes in juice
1 teaspoon kosher or coarse sea salt
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon fresh mint, coarsely chopped

Steps:

  • In large bowl, combine cod with water to cover by 2 inches. Cover and refrigerate, changing water 3 times a day, 1 to 3 days (see cooks' note, below). Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • In small bowl, combine capers with water to cover by 1 inch. Cover and refrigerate 1 day, changing water 3 times.
  • Drain and rinse capers, then squeeze dry. Drain cod and pat dry, then cut into 4- by 2-inch pieces.
  • In heavy 6- to 8-quart pot over moderate heat, heat 3 tablespoons oil until hot but not smoking. Add onion and sauté until softened and golden, 3 to 4 minutes. Add red pepper flakes, capers, tomatoes and juice, and salt. Using wooden spoon, gently crush tomatoes. Bring to simmer, then carefully add cod. Add parsley and 1/4 cup mint and gently spoon some of sauce over cod. Simmer, uncovered, until cod is tender and heated through, about 5 minutes.
  • Using slotted spatula, transfer cod to serving platter. Remove pot from heat and stir in 3 tablespoons olive oil. Spoon sauce over fish, then sprinkle with remaining 1 tablespoon mint and 1 tablespoon olive oil. Serve warm or at room temperature.

Tips:

  • Use fresh cod fillets. Frozen cod can be used, but fresh cod will yield the best results.
  • Soak the cod fillets in milk for 30 minutes before cooking. This will help to remove any impurities and make the fish more tender.
  • Season the cod fillets with salt and pepper before cooking. You can also add other spices, such as garlic powder, paprika, or cumin.
  • Cook the cod fillets over medium heat. This will help to prevent the fish from overcooking and becoming dry.
  • Serve the cod fillets with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Cod a la Vasca is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of cod, peppers, onions, and tomatoes creates a flavorful and satisfying meal that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy seafood dinner, give Cod a la Vasca a try!

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