Best 3 Fresh Pacific Cod Fish With Crawfish Bayou Sauce Recipes

Fresh Pacific cod fish is an incredibly versatile fish that can be cooked using a variety of methods. This article will provide you with a fantastic recipe for a dish that perfectly showcases the delicate flavor of this fish: fresh Pacific cod cooked in a rich and savory crawfish bayou sauce. This dish is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it perfect for a special occasion meal or when you are entertaining guests. The combination of tender fish, succulent crawfish, and flavorful sauce creates a symphony of flavors that is sure to impress anyone who tries it.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

PORTUGUESE COD FISH CASSEROLE

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An excellent cod fish dish. You must soak the salted cod over night and change the water at least twice. This is an easy fish meal with my mom's original ingredients.

Provided by John J. Pacheco

Categories World Cuisine Recipes European Portuguese

Time P1DT1h5m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 pounds salted cod fish
5 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
3 large onions, sliced
¾ cup olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 ½ teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon paprika
3 tablespoons tomato sauce

Steps:

Soak salted cod in cold water overnight or for a few hours. Drain water, repeat. Heat a large pot of water until boiling. Cook cod for 5 minutes; drain and cool, leaving cod in large pieces. Set aside.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
In an 8x11 casserole dish, layer half the potato slices, all of the cod, and all of the onions. Top with remaining potato slices. In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, garlic, parsley, pepper flakes, paprika, and tomato sauce. Pour evenly over casserole.
Bake in preheated oven for 45 minutes, or until potatoes are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 952.5 calories, Carbohydrate 63.8 g, Cholesterol 230 mg, Fat 31.1 g, Fiber 6.8 g, Protein 101 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 10692.9 mg, Sugar 6 g

COD WITH CRAWFISH BAYOU SAUCE

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Make and share this Cod With Crawfish Bayou Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Mysterygirl

Categories Crawfish

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

1 lb cod fish fillet
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon butter
1 teaspoon garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon creole seasoning
3/4 cup half-and-half
1/2 cup crawfish, cooked
1/2 cup shrimp, cooked
fresh parsley leaves, chopped (optional)
green onion, chopped (optional)

Steps:

Preheat a grill or grill pan and spray with cooking spray.
Season fish with salt and pepper and place fish on grill; cook for 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until flakey.
Sauce:.
Melt butter in a large skillet over medium heat.
Stir in garlic and Creole seasoning.
Add 1/2 & 1/2.
Stir until mixture is reduced by half, about 5 minutes.
Add crawfish and shrimp stirring until just heated through.
Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
To serve, spoon Crawfish Bayou Sauce over center of fish and garnish with parsley and green onions.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.7, Fat 8.9, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 73.3, Sodium 100.6, Carbohydrate 2.2, Sugar 0.1, Protein 21.7

PACIFIC ISLAND FISH IN COCONUT SAUCE

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This was posted in response to a request re: coconuts. It is not especially "Heart Smart" so I would categorize it as a special dish for an occasional treat.

Provided by Stewie

Categories Coconut

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

6 pieces white fish fillets, cleaned and fileted
2 cups coconut cream
2 tablespoons finely chopped onions
1 teaspoon salt
chopped chili (optional)
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 -2 tomatoes
flour

Steps:

To Make the Sauce: In a small saucepan mix coconut cream, onion, salt, chilli, lemon juice, and the cornstarch (mixed to a paste with a little of the cold coconut cream).
Bring the mixture to a boiling point, stirring all the time.
Do not allow sauce to boil hard as it will become lumpy.
Simmer for 3 minutes, then remove from the heat.
Dip pieces of fish in flour seasoned with salt and pepper.
Brown lightly in hot oil.
Place the fish in a casserole dish and pour the sauce over the top.
Garnish with slices of tomato.
Bake at 300F degrees for 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 200.2, Fat 17.5, SaturatedFat 15.5, Sodium 438.2, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 6.8, Protein 2.9

Tips:

Use fresh Pacific cod fish. Fresh cod has a mild, sweet flavor and a firm texture that holds up well to cooking. If you can't find fresh cod, you can use another type of white fish, such as halibut, flounder, or tilapia.
Make sure the crawfish are cleaned properly. Crawfish can be messy to clean, but it's important to do it properly to remove any dirt or grit. To clean crawfish, simply rinse them under cold water and remove the heads and tails. You can also remove the veins from the tails, if desired.
Don't overcook the cod. Cod is a delicate fish that can easily be overcooked. Cook it just until it is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
Serve the cod with your favorite sides. Cod is a versatile fish that can be served with a variety of sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

Conclusion:

Fresh Pacific cod fish with crawfish bayou sauce is a delicious and easy-to-make dish. It's perfect for a weeknight meal or a special occasion. The cod is cooked to perfection and the crawfish bayou sauce is rich and flavorful. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.