Savory Downeast Cod Steaks 🐟

Overview:

Savory Downeast Cod Steaks is a delectable dish that promises to melt in your mouth, featuring succulent cod steaks infused with flavorful ingredients. This recipe is perfect for seafood lovers, offering a taste of the Canadian coast with its fresh and wholesome flavors. Whether you’re a fan of Maine coldwater Atlantic cod or prefer any firm white fish, this recipe is versatile and sure to impress. Serve it alongside some fresh bread, tender fiddleheads, and a jar of tangy bread and butter pickles for a complete dining experience.

• Cuisine: Canadian 🇨🇦
• Cook Time: 45 minutes ⏱️
• Prep Time: 10 minutes ⏱️
• Total Time: 55 minutes ⏱️
• Serving Size: 6 servings 🍽️
• Difficulty: Easy 🌟
• Keywords: Savory, < 60 Mins, Oysters, Easy 📝

Ingredients:

• 1 tablespoon butter 🧈
• 1 teaspoon salt 🧂
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
• 1 cod steak (about 1 pound)
• 1/4 cup cracker crumbs
• 1 cup drained oysters
• 1/2 cup melted butter
• 6 cups water (for oyster liquid)

Instructions:

Prep Work:

1. Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C). 🔥

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2. Prepare Oysters: Drain the oysters, ensuring to reserve the liquid. Chop the oysters into small pieces and set aside.

Assembly:

3. Create Crumb Mixture: In a mixing bowl, combine the cracker crumbs, melted butter, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix well to create a flavorful crumb mixture.

4. Prepare Cod Steaks: Place the cod steaks in a greased baking pan, ensuring they are evenly spaced out.

5. Top with Mixture: Spread the crumb mixture evenly over the cod steaks, ensuring each steak is generously coated with the flavorful mixture.

6. Prepare Oyster Liquid: Add enough water to the reserved oyster liquid to make a total of one cup.

7. Add Liquid: Pour the oyster liquid mixture around the fish in the baking pan, allowing it to infuse the cod steaks with additional flavor.

8. Cover and Bake: Cover the baking pan with oiled paper or any available baking sheet. Place it in the preheated oven and bake for 30 minutes, ensuring the fish is covered during this time.

9. Uncover and Bake: After 30 minutes, remove the cover from the baking pan and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes or until the cod steaks are cooked through and flake easily with a fork.

10. Serve and Enjoy: Once cooked, remove the savory Downeast cod steaks from the oven and serve them hot alongside your favorite sides, such as fresh bread, fiddleheads, and bread and butter pickles. 🍞🌿

Nutritional Information (Per Serving):

• Calories: 173.3
• Total Fat: 8.9g
  • Saturated Fat: 5.1g
• Cholesterol: 39.2mg
• Sodium: 487.9mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 17.8g
  • Dietary Fiber: 0.6g
  • Sugar: 0.2g
• Protein: 5.5g

Tips and Serving Suggestions:

• Fresh Ingredients: For the best flavor, use fresh ingredients, especially when it comes to the seafood.
• Customize: Feel free to customize this recipe by adjusting the seasonings to suit your taste preferences.
• Side Dish Ideas: Serve the savory cod steaks with a variety of side dishes such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or a crisp green salad.
• Storage: Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving.

Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Savory Downeast Cod Steaks for a memorable dining experience that celebrates the bounty of the sea! 🌊✨