Steamed Cod with Green Olives and Cherry Tomatoes
Category: Main Dishes
Serves: 4
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Cod (fresh) | 600g |
| Cherry Tomatoes | 250g |
| Green Olives | 200g |
| Lemon Zest | 1 |
| Thyme Sprigs | 8 |
| Black Pepper (whole) | 5g |
| White Pepper | to taste |
| Fine Salt | to taste |
Preparation:
To prepare this delicious Steamed Cod with Green Olives and Cherry Tomatoes, start by cleaning the fish. For this recipe, you’ll need about three whole cod fillets, each weighing roughly 200g. Rinse the cod fillets thoroughly under cold running water to remove any scales. Use a fish scaler or the edge of a spoon to gently scrape the scales off the skin. Afterward, rinse the fish’s interior under water to remove any blood or debris, ensuring it’s completely clean.
Next, place the cod fillets on a cutting board and, using kitchen scissors, trim the dorsal fins and remove the side fins carefully. Cut off the fish’s head just below the gills and the tail. Discard these parts and cut the remaining fish into bite-sized pieces, placing them on a plate.
Now, prepare the steamer. Fill the bottom part of the steamer with water until it’s about halfway full. Once the water begins to heat up, add the thyme sprigs, lemon zest from an untreated lemon, and black peppercorns. Wait for the water to come to a boil.
When the water is boiling and steaming, place the fish fillets into the steaming basket. Add the washed cherry tomatoes around the cod pieces. Season with salt and a pinch of white pepper to taste. Cover the steamer to ensure the fish cooks evenly and retains its moisture.
Let the cod steam for about 5-6 minutes, or until the fish turns opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The tomatoes should also soften and release their juices into the steaming dish, complementing the fish.
Once the fish is cooked, turn off the heat and carefully remove the steaming basket. Gently plate the cod fillets, cherry tomatoes, and green olives. Serve this dish while it’s still hot, accompanied by a light drizzle of olive oil, if desired, to enhance the flavors.
This Steamed Cod with Green Olives and Cherry Tomatoes offers a refreshing and healthy meal that is light yet full of flavor—perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
Enjoy the delicate, tender cod paired with the savory olives and sweet, juicy tomatoes for a dish that’s as nutritious as it is delicious!
