Best 6 Cod With Hearty Tomato Sauce Recipes

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Cod with hearty tomato sauce is a classic dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It is a great way to get your daily dose of fish and vegetables, and it is also very flavorful. The tomato sauce is rich and tangy, and the cod is perfectly cooked so that it flakes easily. This dish can be served with a variety of sides, such as rice, pasta, or potatoes. Cod with hearty tomato sauce is a quick and easy meal that is sure to please everyone at your table.

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

COD FISH IN TOMATO SAUCE



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This recipe is the result of my husbands cravings for sardines in tomato sauce he ate growing up in Ukraine. The fish is flaky and juicy and the sauce is legit. Can be served warm or cold.

Provided by Natasha of NatashasKitchen.com

Categories     Medium

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 16

4 Tbsp unsalted butter
1 large sweet onion (finely chopped)
1 garlic clove (minced)
6 oz can tomato paste
2 cups vegetable stock
Seasonings: 1 bay leaf (6 black peppercorns, 6 allspice berries, 4 cloves)
Juice of 1 small lemon (2 Tbsp)
1 Tbsp capers
1 Tbsp honey
2 lbs cod fillets (cut into 3-inch pieces (drain well, and pat dry with paper towels))
2/3 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp salt (I used sea salt)
1/2 tsp ground black pepper
1/4 cup light olive oil or avocado oil (to sautee fish)
Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)
a cheesecloth (or tea infuser, or spice ball for holding spices.)

Steps:

  • In a large heavy-bottomed pan, melt 4 Tbsp butter and add finely diced onion. Cook over medium heat about 5 min or until onions are soft. Add 1 minced garlic clove, 6 oz tomato paste and continue cooking 5 min, stirring frequently, until tomato sauce starts to brown. Add 2 cups veggie stock and seasonings contained in a spice ball. Bring to a gentle boil then cover, reduce heat to low and simmer 20 min.
  • Meanwhile pat fish dry with several paper towels. In a shallow bowl, stir together 2/3 cup flour, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp pepper. Heat a large non-stick pan over medium heat and add 1/4 cup oil. Once oil is hot, quickly dredge both sides of fish in seasoned flour and place into the hot oil, working in batches if needed (don't crowd the pan). Saute 3 min per side or until golden, and cooked through, adding more oil as needed.
  • Once sauce is done, remove and discard seasoning pouch. Add 2 Tbsp lemon juice, 1 Tbsp capers and 1 Tbsp honey and stir/cook another 2 minutes. Add fish and heat until warmed through, turning fish a couple times to coat. Sprinkle with fresh parsley and serve warm or cold. It keeps well for 2-3 days in the fridge.

BAKED COD WITH TOMATOES AND ONIONS



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 (2 to 5-pound) line caught cod fillet with the skin-on
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt
11/2 teaspoons ground black pepper
5 large Roma plum tomatoes, stem ends removed, sliced lengthwise
1 1/2 cups sliced yellow onions
2 tablespoons minced garlic
Olive Spread, recipe follows
Cilantro sprigs, for garnish
1 tablespoon minced shallots
2 cups pitted brine-cured black olives
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon capers, drained
4 anchovy fillets
1 tablespoon chopped parsley
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • Place the fish in a large colander and rinse under cold running water. Place in a large non-reactive baking dish, and make 5 horizontal 3-inch slits on each side. Season the fish on both sides with 2 tablespoons olive oil, 3 teaspoons kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
  • In a mixing bowl, toss together the sliced tomatoes, onions, garlic, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Set aside until needed.
  • Place the fish, skin side down, in a roasting pan. Thickly coat the top side of the fish with the olive spread. Layer the tomatoes and cilantro flat on top of the tapenade like scales, then top with the onions and garlic. Place the fish in the oven and bake until the juices run clear and the onions are beginning to crisp and slightly blacken along the edges, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove the fish from the oven and let rest for 15 minutes. Place the fish on a platter and serve, garnished with cilantro sprigs.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, combine all the ingredients and puree. Transfer to a bowl. Cover and set aside until needed, or refrigerate for up to 3 days in an airtight container.

COD IN TOMATOES WITH WINE



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Easy, but delicious. Great for those watching their diet and for those that want a decent feast! Serve with vermicelli noodles, new potatoes, or salad.

Provided by sslyon

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 55m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 vine-ripened tomatoes
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
¾ onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 fresh red chile pepper, seeded and chopped
1 cup dry white wine, or more as needed
salt and ground black pepper to taste
¼ cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 (4 ounce) cod loins
8 large uncooked prawns, peeled and deveined

Steps:

  • Slice an 'X' in the bottom of each tomato. Bring a pot of water to a boil; boil tomatoes for 2 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and place in a bowl of iced water for 1 minute. Peel tomatoes, starting from the 'X' side; chop.
  • Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over low heat; cook and stir onion and garlic until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Add chile pepper and tomatoes; cook and stir until tomatoes begin reduce, 5 to 8 minutes. Pour in wine; cook over medium heat until wine reduces slightly, about 5 more minutes. Stir in salt, black pepper, basil, and parsley.
  • Place cod loins into tomato mixture; cover and cook for 5 minutes. Turn cod and cook other side until fish flakes easily with a fork, 3 to 5 minutes. Add prawns; cover and cook until prawns are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, 2 to 3 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 428.7 calories, Carbohydrate 32 g, Cholesterol 133.5 mg, Fat 9.2 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 35.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 203.2 mg, Sugar 17.8 g

COD WITH HEARTY TOMATO SAUCE



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My father made up this sweet, flavorful recipe for my mother when he took over the cooking. We serve it with whole wheat pasta or brown rice. -Ann Marie Eberhart, Gig Harbor, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) diced tomatoes with basil, oregano and garlic, undrained
4 cod fillets (6 ounces each)
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 medium onions, halved and thinly sliced (about 1-1/2 cups)
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
Hot cooked whole wheat pasta
Minced fresh parsley, optional

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes in a blender. Cover and process until pureed., Pat fish dry with paper towels. In a large skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium-high heat. Add cod fillets; cook until surface of fish begins to color, 2-4 minutes on each side. Remove from pan., In same skillet, heat remaining oil over medium-high heat. Add onions; cook and stir until tender, 2-4 minutes. Stir in seasonings and pureed tomatoes; bring to a boil. Add cod; return just to a boil, spooning sauce over tops. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 5-7 minutes. Serve with pasta. If desired, sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 8g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 65mg cholesterol, Sodium 746mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 29g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SALT COD IN TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons olive oil
3 cloves garlic, lightly smashed
3 anchovies, or to taste
1 28-ounce can whole plum tomatoes, drained and chopped
Salt and ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons capers
1/2 cup pitted black or green olives
Crushed red pepper flakes to taste
1 pound boneless salt cod, soaked overnight, drained and poached 15 minutes
Chopped parsley leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Combine oil and garlic in a large skillet, and turn heat to medium. Add anchovies, and cook, stirring occasionally, until garlic is lightly golden and anchovies are broken up, less than 5 minutes. Raise heat to medium-high, and add tomatoes, along with a little salt and pepper. Cook a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes liquefy.
  • Add capers, olives, pepper flakes and cod. Cook about 10 minutes, stirring infrequently and gently, until cod is hot. Taste, and adjust seasoning. Garnish, and serve.

COD WITH SWEET-AND-SOUR TOMATO SAUCE



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Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     dinner, weekday, main course

Time 45m

Yield Four servings

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 small onions halved and thinly sliced
2 1-pound cans plum tomatoes drained (liquid reserved) and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon grated orange zest
3 tablespoons fresh orange juice
2 tablespoons Madeira
1/4 cup raisins
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons salt
Freshly ground pepper to taste
2 tablespoons toasted slivered almonds
4 4-ounce cod fillets
2 tablespoons minced scallions

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the onions and turn the heat to medium-low. Cook until completely wilted and browned, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes, 1/2 cup of the reserved liquid, orange zest and juice, Madeira, raisins, vinegar, honey, cinnamon, salt and pepper. Simmer for 25 minutes.
  • Stir in the almonds. Place the cod in the skillet and cover with the sauce. Simmer until just cooked through, about 10 minutes. Carefully transfer the fillets to plates using a wide spatula. Spoon some of the sauce over the fish, sprinkle with the scallions and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 249, UnsaturatedFat 3 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 4 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 24 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 990 milligrams, Sugar 20 grams, TransFat 0 grams

Tips:

  • Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
  • Use Good Quality Ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will directly affect the taste of your dish. Use fresh, ripe tomatoes and flavorful olive oil for the best results.
  • Don't Overcook the Cod: Cod is a delicate fish that can easily overcook. Cook it gently over medium heat until it is just opaque in the center.
  • Add some Herbs: Fresh herbs like basil, oregano, or thyme can add a lot of flavor to the sauce. Add them towards the end of cooking so they don't lose their flavor.
  • Serve Immediately: This dish is best served immediately, while the cod is still hot and the sauce is still bubbling.

Conclusion:

This cod with hearty tomato sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The cod is cooked in a flavorful tomato sauce that is made with fresh tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, and herbs. The dish is served over rice or pasta and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. With its simple ingredients and delicious flavor, this cod with hearty tomato sauce is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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