Herb-infused baked cod with vibrant green seasoning.
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Nutrition per Serving
Ingredients
Estimated total cost: €20.78 · €5.19/serving
- 1 Vidalia or similar sweet onion, peeled and thinly sliced (soak in cold water for extra crispness)Est. price €0.40–€0.80
- 4 6-oz. cod fillets, skin removed and bones discardedEst. price €12.00–€18.00
- 1 tsp. Diamond Crystal or Morton kosher salt, divided (sprinkle half on the fish before cooking, reserve the rest for seasoning later)Est. price €0.02–€0.05
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste (season fish generously before cooking)Est. price €0.01–€0.03
- 1/2 cup plus 2 tsp. premium extra-virgin olive oil (use the 2 tsp. for finishing the dish)Est. price €3.50–€6.00
- 1 lime, juiced and zested (use both the juice and zest for maximum flavor)Est. price €0.30–€0.60
- 4 fresh garlic cloves, peeled and minced (crush with the flat side of a knife for easy peeling)Est. price €0.20–€0.40
- 1 2 piece of fresh ginger, peeled and finely grated (use a microplane for best results)Est. price €0.40–€0.80
- 45 sprigs of fresh thyme, leaves picked (discard stems)Est. price €1.50–€2.50
- 1 small bunch of cilantro, stems and leaves separated and chopped (reserve some leaves for garnish)Est. price €0.70–€1.20
Steps
- 1Begin by preheating the oven to 300°. Using a chef’s knife, thinly slice a quarter of a Vidalia or other sweet onion and arrange it in a medium baking dish. Next, place four 6-ounce skinless, boneless cod fillets on top of the onion slices. Sprinkle both sides of the fillets generously with 1 teaspoon of Diamond Crystal salt or half a teaspoon of Morton kosher salt, followed by freshly ground black pepper. Drizzle 1/4 cup of extra-virgin olive oil over the fillets and finely grate the zest from one lime over them; keep the lime for later use. Coat the fillets evenly by turning them in the mixture and allow them to marinate while you prepare the remaining ingredients.
- 2Begin by smashing, peeling, and roughly chopping 4 garlic cloves. Use a spoon to peel a 2-inch piece of ginger, then thinly slice it. Transfer the slices into a small bowl and cut them into matchsticks before dicing them into small cubes. Combine the prepared garlic and ginger in the same bowl.
Cultural note
Green seasoning, a blend of fresh herbs and aromatics, is commonly used in Caribbean and Latin American cuisines to marinate meats and seafood. This dish showcases a fusion of flavors influenced by Caribbean and Asian culinary traditions, combining ingredients like lime, ginger, and habanero chile.
Seasonal note
This dish is best enjoyed in the spring and summer when fresh herbs like thyme, cilantro, and scallions are in season. Cod is typically available year-round, but its peak season is during the winter months.
Health note
Herb-roasted cod with green seasoning is a nutritious dish high in protein, vitamins A, C, and B6, and zinc. It is a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are beneficial for heart health. However, be mindful of the sodium content and saturated fat from the olive oil.
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