Pacific cod boasts a subtle sweetness and pleasantly firm texture that makes it an amazing, protein-packed backdrop for any meal. Whether it’s fish tacos or stew, Pacific cod is a versatile species to use to enjoy in a wide range of recipes.
Here are WAC’s 5 favorite Pacific Cod recipes:
Mediterranean Pacific Cod Stew
The deep flavor profile that bursts through in this dish and simplicity of this Mediterranean-inspired stew is a true WAC favorite. The briny olives, tangy grape tomatoes, savory garlic and white wine infuse into the Pacific cod in 15 minutes to create a warming, yet light stew for your next dinner party or solo night in.
Our recipe for Mediterranean Pacific Cod Stew includes:
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Pacific cod
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Extra-virgin olive oil
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Garlic, minced
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Onion
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Grape tomatoes (substitute with heirloom or cherry tomatoes if you prefer) quartered
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White wine
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Fresh lemon juice
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Pitted kalamata olives
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Parsley or basil to garnish
Irish-Style Pacific Cod Cakes
The secret ingredient in Irish-style Pacific cod cakes is mashed potatoes, which gives these fish cakes a greater density and buttery flavor that pairs excellently with the fish’s light flakiness and mild sweetness. This meal is great if you have leftover fish, leftover mashed potatoes, or both (in a coincidentally perfect scenario.)
Our recipe for Irish-Style Pacific Cod Cakes includes:
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Pacific cod fillets
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Extra-virgin olive oil
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Mashed potatoes
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Dijon mustard
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Parsley
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Breadcrumbs
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High-heat cooking oil
Steamed Pacific Cod with Ginger and Scallions
This recipe is a take on a traditional Lunar New Year dish that represents the aromatic and refreshing flavors of Cantonese cuisine. Cilantro, ginger, scallions, and soy sauce are the staples of the dish which pairs along perfectly with the delicate flavor of the steamed Pacific Cod. If you don’t have a steamer, there are various at-home methods to steam your fish.
Our recipe for Steamed Cod with Ginger and Scallions includes:
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Pacific cod fillets
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Ginger
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Fresh cilantro
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Soy sauce
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High-heat cooking oil
Parchment-Baked Pacific Cod with Cherry Tomatoes, Oregano and Lemon
Cooking Pacific cod “en papillote,” or in parchment paper or aluminum foil, is an easy way to impress dinner party guests, or make a comforting meal for one. Inside the tight quarters of the parchment paper, the fillets soak up the juices and flavors of the cherry tomatoes, garlic and lemon while properly steaming it. And if that’s not enough, it looks really cool when you open up the fillets in front of others.
Our recipe for Parchment Baked Pacific Cod with Cherry Tomatoes, Oregano and Lemon includes:
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Pacific Cod
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Parchment paper, 10x14 inches
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Salt
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Olive oil
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Lemon
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Cherry tomatoes
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Garlic
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Fresh oregano
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Egg
Broiled Fish Tacos with Chili Lime Marinade
In just 15 minutes, you can transform your Pacific cod from a fillets into a zippy, tangy, smoky protein ready to put inside a taco next to some slaw or flaked over a burrito bowl. Cumin, coriander, chili powder, lime, and paprika are packed into a marinade which the cod soaks up while you prep your sides. It’s an easy weeknight meal that takes no time at all.
Our recipe for Broiled Fish Tacos with Chili Lime Marinade includes:
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Pacific cod fillets
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Ground cumin
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Sweet paprika
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Ground coriander
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Chili powder
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Garlic powder
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Fresh lime juice
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High-heat cooking oil
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Tomato, diced
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Cilantro
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Hot sauce or salsa
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Tortillas, rice, and/or salad
