COD OVER LEMON BASIL ORZO

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I've been trying to come up with different ways to eat healthier and lighter. I came up with this recipe one night and my husband actually went back for more.

Provided by janderson48

Categories     < 30 Mins

Time 25m

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon olive oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/2 cup yellow bell pepper, finely chopped
1 1/2 cups red and yellow tomatoes, chopped
3/4 cup white wine
1 teaspoon capers, drained
2 cod fish fillets
1 cup orzo pasta
6 cups water
1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
1 lemon, zest of
6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
salt
pepper
1 cup orzo pasta

Steps:

  • Bring 6 cups water, lemon juice and zest to a boil using a large saucepan.
  • While the water is coming to a boil heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  • Add garlic and saute 2 minutes.
  • Add tomatoes and peppers, cook 4 minutes.
  • Add wine and simmer about 5 minutes.
  • Add orzo to boiling water cook aprox 9 minutes.
  • Sprinkle the cod fillets with salt and pepper.
  • Add to the skillet and bring to a simmer. Cover the pan with a tight lid and simmer about 10 minutes or until fillets are cooked through.
  • Drain orzo after 9 minutes and toss with basil.
  • Serve fillets over the orzo and topped with sauce.

Helen Abigail Lemus
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook cod, and this recipe definitely delivered! The lemon basil orzo was a perfect complement to the fish, and the whole dish was easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


Bikash Magar
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This recipe is a keeper! The cod was flaky and moist, and the lemon basil orzo was so flavorful. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again soon.


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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the flavors and the presentation. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


aimen hussein
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Wow! This dish was a hit with my family. The cod was cooked perfectly and the lemon basil orzo was so flavorful. Even my picky kids loved it! Thanks for sharing this recipe.


Saib Afgan
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The cod was flaky and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Waheed Baloch
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this dish was amazing! The cod was flaky and moist, and the lemon basil orzo was so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Qatar Ruhan
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The cod was cooked perfectly and the lemon basil orzo was so flavorful. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Royale
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I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to cook cod, and this recipe definitely delivered! The lemon basil orzo was a perfect complement to the fish, and the whole dish was easy to make. I will definitely be making this again.


victor pam
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This recipe is a keeper! The cod was flaky and moist, and the lemon basil orzo was so flavorful. I loved the combination of flavors and textures. I will definitely be making this again soon.


Xcite Queen
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I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success! Everyone loved the flavors and the presentation. I will definitely be making this again for future parties.


sanjay newa
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Wow! This dish was a hit with my family. The cod was cooked perfectly and the lemon basil orzo was so flavorful. Even my picky kids loved it! Thanks for sharing this recipe.


Mohsin Rana
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This recipe was easy to follow and turned out delicious! I loved the combination of flavors and textures. The cod was flaky and the orzo was cooked perfectly. I will definitely be making this again.


Khajaal Mottian
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I'm not a huge fan of fish, but this dish was amazing! The cod was flaky and moist, and the lemon basil orzo was so flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again soon.


Nandakishor Mandal
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This cod over lemon basil orzo was a delightful dish! The flavors of the lemon and basil complemented each other perfectly, and the orzo was cooked to perfection. I will definitely be making this again!


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