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Poached Cod With Fennel and Orange

Poached Cod with Fennel and Orange – Light, Elegant & Brightly Flavorful!
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A light and flavorful dish of poached cod served with tender fennel and bright orange slices.

Ingredients

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  • 4 fresh cod fillets, skinless, 5.3 oz each
  • 1 large fennel bulb, thinly sliced with fronds reserved for garnish
  • 1 orange, zested and thinly sliced
  • 1 small shallot, thinly sliced
  • 2 garlic cloves, smashed
  • 2 cups low-sodium fish or vegetable stock
  • 1/2 cup dry white wine
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • Reserved fennel fronds, chopped (for garnish)
  • Extra orange zest (for garnish)
  • Freshly ground black pepper (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large deep skillet over medium heat. Add sliced fennel, shallot, and garlic; cook for 3 to 4 minutes until softened.
  2. Add orange slices, orange zest, bay leaf, white wine, and stock to the skillet. Bring to a gentle simmer.
  3. Season the cod fillets lightly with salt and pepper. Nestle them into the poaching liquid in a single layer.
  4. Reduce heat to low, cover the skillet, and gently poach the cod for 8 to 10 minutes until fillets are opaque and flake easily with a fork.
  5. Using a slotted spatula, carefully transfer the cod and fennel to serving plates. Spoon poaching liquid and orange slices over the top.
  6. Top each plate with chopped fennel fronds, extra orange zest, and a sprinkle of black pepper. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a light salad.
  • For added flavor, consider marinating the cod in the poaching liquid for an hour before cooking.

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