SEARED COD WITH CILANTRO LIME RICE

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I'm definitely adding this cilantro lime rice to my menu, it's delicious. It has a fresh flavor that's perfect for summer and complements the southwestern flavors in the rest of the recipe. If you love seafood, you'll love this fresh recipe.

Provided by John Barnes

Categories     Seafood

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 33

2 c long grain rice, uncooked
4 c water
1 tsp salt
1 small lime, juiced
1/2 small lemon, juiced
1/4 c fresh cilantro, chopped
SEARED COD
4 cod filets
2 Tbsp oil
salt and pepper
SOUTHWESTERN SAUCE
2 c chicken stock
1 Tbsp chili powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper
1 tsp cumin
1 Tbsp water
1 Tbsp cornstarch
salt and pepper
SAUTEED SHRIMP
8 u15 shrimp, peeled and deveined
2 Tbsp oil
SHRIMP MARINADE
1 c v8 juice
1 small lemon, juiced
1 small lime, juiced
2 tsp worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp red pepper sauce
1/2 tsp celery salt
1 pinch fresh ground pepper
GARNISH
3 medium peppers, red, green, yellow
1 small onion, julieanned

Steps:

  • 1. Cilantro lime rice: Bring salted water to a boil. Add rice. Bring to a boil and cover/cook for 12-15 minutes. Remove from pan, stir in lime juice, lemon juice and cilantro.
  • 2. Seared Cod: Season both sides of cod with salt and pepper. Heat oil in pan. Sauté 5 minutes on each side until fish is cooked through and flaky.
  • 3. Southwestern Sauce: Add chicken stock and seasonings to sauce pan, bring to a boil stirring consistently. Thicken with cornstarch slurry. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • 4. Marinade shrimp for at least one hour.
  • 5. Lightly sautee in oil until opaque and cooked through.
  • 6. To assemble the dish: Pack rice tightly into a greased ramekin. Release into center of bowl. Place seared cod on top of rice Put 2 oz southwestern sauce over cod Tie 2 shrimp together and place on top. Garnish bowl around the rice with onions and peppers.

Saher Ibrahim
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Overall, this is a great recipe for cod. It's easy to make, flavorful, and healthy.


hujafa islam
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This dish is a great way to impress your guests. It's easy to make, but it looks and tastes like it came from a fancy restaurant.


Muhammad Haroon
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The cod is always cooked perfectly and the rice is always fluffy.


Aisleen Monaghan
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and the results are delicious.


Md kshebwinw Hi hdi
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I love how this recipe uses simple ingredients to create a delicious and elegant dish. The cod was cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful.


Ayaan Hossain
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This dish was easy to make and very flavorful. I will definitely be making it again.


Thomas Jack
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I'm not usually a fan of cod, but this recipe changed my mind. The cilantro and lime really elevated the flavor of the fish.


Chris Bartlett
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I made this recipe for a dinner party and everyone loved it. The cod was cooked to perfection and the rice was delicious.


shoaib mehsood
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This dish is a great way to enjoy cod. The citrusy flavors brighten up the fish and the rice is a perfect accompaniment.


M M ALAM Khan
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I've never cooked cod before, but this recipe made it easy. The fish was cooked perfectly and the rice was fluffy and flavorful.


Kirsten Mason
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This cod recipe was a hit! The flavors of the cilantro, lime, and rice paired perfectly with the delicate cod. I'll definitely be making this again.