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Pan-Seared Crusted Cod in a Tomato Lecsó Stew

This flaky pan-seared crusted cod is so delicious with a Hungarian version of tomato sauce. (lecsó)
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Hungarian
Servings: 2
Calories: 352kcal
Author: Rose

Equipment

  • Cast Iron skillet

Ingredients

Rubfor fish :

  • 12-14 oz wild cod fish, cut in half
  • 1/2 tsp Hungarian smoked paprika
  • 1/4 tsp ground celery
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/8 tsp pepper
  • 1/4 tsp dried thyme
  • 1 tbsp unsalted butter

Crusted topping:

Tomato sauce: Lecsó

  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 medium onion, sliced
  • 3/4 cup coloured peppers, roughly diced
  • 7-8 oz Heirloom cherry tomatoes
  • 1/4 tsp raw sugar
  • 1/2 tsp season with sea salt and pepper
  • 1/2 tsp flour
  • fresh thyme for garnishing

Instructions

  • Rinse fish in cold water, pat dry with paper towel and set aside. In a small bowl, combine together with a fork, paprika, celery powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, pepper and thyme. Add the rub to both sides of the fish pieces.
  • In a cast iron pan or medium skillet, melt butter over medium-high heat and pan-sear the fish on both sides, about 3-4 minutes on each side. Carefully, remove the fish from pan and transfer to a plate.
  • Add olive oil to the pan, sauté the onions for 3-4 minutes, then add peppers and sauté for a couple of minutes, then stir in the tomatoes. Reduce the heat to simmer, and place a lid on the pan. Cook for about 15 minutes, long enough for the tomatoes to burst, stirring occasionally. Season with sugar, salt and pepper. In a small bowl, add the flour and about a tablespoon of water, stir until blended and add to the tomato sauce, stirring until you notice it starts to thicken slightly.
  • While the tomato stew is cooking, preheat oven to 425°F. Return the fish back into the pan. Combine the bread crumbs with the lemon zest and sprinkle over the fish. Then place the pan into the oven for 2-3 minutes, long enough for the bread crumbs to become crispy.
  • Garnish with fresh thyme or parsley. Serve as is or with rice or mashed potatoes. Enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 352kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 34g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 88mg | Sodium: 763mg | Potassium: 1149mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 2484IU | Vitamin C: 100mg | Calcium: 80mg | Iron: 2mg