Name: Perfectly Grilled Cod with Homemade Romesco Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 4 cod fillets (6 oz each); 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1 tsp lemon zest (optional); Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish); 1 large red bell pepper, roasted and peeled (or use jarred roasted red peppers); 2 medium tomatoes, roasted and peeled (or use canned fire-roasted tomatoes); ¼ cup almonds (or other nuts like hazelnuts or walnuts); 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tbsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika); 1 tbsp olive oil; Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 1-2 tbsp water (to adjust consistency)

Description

This Perfectly Grilled Cod with Homemade Romesco Sauce is a light, flavorful, and elegant dish that’s perfect for a summer dinner or a special occasion. The delicate cod is grilled to perfection and topped with a rich and smoky Romesco sauce made from roasted red peppers, tomatoes, almonds, and garlic. This combination of grilled fish and creamy sauce is sure to impress your guests!

Ingredients

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For the Grilled Cod:

4 cod fillets (6 oz each)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 tsp lemon zest (optional)
Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

For the Homemade Romesco Sauce:

1 large red bell pepper, roasted and peeled (or use jarred roasted red peppers)
2 medium tomatoes, roasted and peeled (or use canned fire-roasted tomatoes)
¼ cup almonds (or other nuts like hazelnuts or walnuts)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tbsp red wine vinegar
1 tbsp smoked paprika (or regular paprika)
1 tbsp olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1–2 tbsp water (to adjust consistency)

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Instructions

Prepare the Romesco sauce:

If using fresh red peppers and tomatoes, roast them in the oven at 400°F (200°C) for about 20 minutes, until charred. Once done, remove the skins, seeds, and stems from the peppers, and peel the tomatoes.
In a food processor or blender, combine the roasted peppers, tomatoes, almonds, garlic, red wine vinegar, smoked paprika, and olive oil. Blend until smooth, adding a bit of water to adjust the consistency if needed. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
Set the sauce aside, or refrigerate for later use.

2. Grill the cod:

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C). Lightly oil the grill grates or brush the cod fillets with olive oil to prevent sticking.
Season the cod fillets with salt, pepper, and lemon zest (optional).
Place the fillets on the grill and cook for about 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork. The cooking time may vary depending on the thickness of the fillets.

3. Serve:

Once the cod is grilled, remove it from the grill and place it on serving plates.
Spoon a generous amount of homemade Romesco sauce over the top of the cod fillets.
Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve immediately.

Notes

You can make the Romesco sauce ahead of time and store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
The Romesco sauce is versatile and can also be served with other types of grilled fish or vegetables.
If you prefer a spicier sauce, you can add a small amount of red chili flakes or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Main Course
Method: Grilling
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cod fillet with sauce (approx. 6 oz cod + sauce)
Calories: 300 kcal
Sugar: 6 g
Sodium: 200mg
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 16g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Fiber: 4g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 60 mg