Recipe for Cod Provençale
Cod Provençal is a French Mediterranean dish, delicious and delicate, made with cod, mushrooms, onions, garlic, tomatoes, olive oil, white wine, aromatic herbs, and breadcrumbs. Perfect for those who love the fresh flavors of fish and aromatic herbs.
Instructions
- Start by cleaning the mushrooms, washing them thoroughly, and slicing them thinly.
- Peel the onions and tomatoes, then slice them into rounds and dice, respectively.
- Finely chop the garlic to release all its aroma.
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot and add the mushrooms, onions, chopped garlic, tomatoes, whole rosemary, a few bay leaves, and a pinch of fresh or dried thyme to add flavor to everything.
- Sauté the ingredients for about 10 minutes over medium-low heat, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon.
- Now it's time for the cod: gently place the fillets on the bed of flavored vegetables, season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Carefully pour the dry white wine around the fish without submerging it; this will give a slightly acidic note to the dish that pairs perfectly with the sweetness of the cod.
- Cover the pot with a lid and let it cook for another 20 minutes over low heat; the fish should be tender but still firm.
Notes
For a crispy and golden final touch, sprinkle the cod with breadcrumbs flavored with garlic powder and chopped parsley before the last 5 minutes of cooking, then uncover the pot and place it under the oven's broiler until it forms a tasty crust.