Description
Delight your taste buds with this Spanish Grilled Cod with Almond Romesco Sauce recipe. Tender cod fillets are seasoned and grilled to perfection, then topped with a flavorful almond romesco sauce that adds a nutty and tangy twist to the dish.
Ingredients
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Cod:
- 4 cod fillets (about 6 ounces each)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- lemon wedges for serving
Romesco Sauce:
- 1 roasted red bell pepper (jarred or homemade)
- 1/3 cup almonds, toasted
- 2 cloves garlic, peeled
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- pinch of cayenne pepper
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the grill: Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the cod: Pat cod fillets dry and brush with olive oil. Season with smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Grill cod for 3–4 minutes per side until opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Make the romesco sauce: In a food processor, combine roasted red pepper, almonds, garlic, olive oil, tomato paste, vinegar, smoked paprika, cayenne, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth, adjusting seasoning to taste.
- Serve: Spoon romesco sauce over grilled cod and garnish with fresh parsley and lemon wedges.
Notes
- Romesco sauce can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- This dish pairs well with roasted potatoes, grilled vegetables, or crusty bread.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Spanish
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 33g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
