Cod baked in sauce
Description
Today I suggest preparing cod baked in sauce. The fish turns out aromatic, tender, and juicy with this recipe. There are no complicated ingredients or steps involved, and the preparation won't take much time. Everything will turn out quick, delicious, and vibrant! You can replace the basil with any preferred herb or add your favorite greens.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients.
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Step 2
Cut the fish into fillets and slice into small pieces.
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Step 3
Dice the onion and sauté in vegetable oil until soft.
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Step 4
Add the sieved tomatoes, tomato paste, and diced garlic.
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Step 5
Cook, stirring, for 2-3 minutes. You can add 1 tsp of sugar.
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Step 6
Then pour in the water, add the basil, salt, and ground pepper to taste.
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Step 7
Cook the sauce for another couple of minutes.
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Step 8
Place the cod fillet in a heatproof dish. Season with salt and pepper to taste. You can also sprinkle the fish with lemon juice.
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Step 9
Pour the sauce over, making sure it evenly coats each piece.
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Step 10
Randomly place the sliced tomatoes on top and bake at 180 degrees for about 20 minutes.
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Step 11
Cod baked in sauce is ready.
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Step 12
You can serve it on its own with fresh crusty bread or with any side dish. It pairs perfectly with rice or mashed potatoes.