Marinated cod

Description

In the same way, you can prepare not only cod but also other types of white and red fish. This fish can be served as a standalone appetizer or used to prepare other dishes, for example, for sandwiches or salad. The appetizer is ready. Serve immediately.

Instructions

1. 1

   Step 1

   Clean the fresh cod, then remove the head and tail, trim the fins, slit open the belly, and remove the entrails.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Thoroughly rinse the fish inside and out, preferably 2–3 times, then pat dry with paper towels.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Cut the fish into pieces about 2–3 centimeters thick and transfer it to a bowl.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Cover the cod with salt and leave it for 24 hours, then remove the fish, rinse it, and transfer it to a bowl.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Pour water into a pot—enough to cover the fish. Put the pot on the heat, add pepper, a bay leaf, a pinch of salt, and sugar.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Bring the water to a boil and pour it over the fish, then leave it again for a day.

7. 7

   Step 7

   After the required time has passed, drain the marinade and pat the fish dry with paper towels, brush each piece with olive oil, and store the fish in the refrigerator.