Cod is a very popular fish throughout the Mediterranean, and there are countless recipes to enjoy it. In this Italian-style cod recipe, a large number of flavors and ingredients typical of that country are combined to achieve a maximum flavor.
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Navarra-style cod recipe (bacalao ajoarriero)
This cod recipe (“bacalao ajoarriero” in Spanish) is a fish stew associated with the Basque Country and Navarra, although many other regions of Spain have similar dishes. It is said that its origin is due to the muleteers who travelled by mule, hence its name. Like any traditional dish, there are countless variations, so we can do without some of the ingredients if desired.
Cod with garlic and potato dip (Bakaliaros skordaliá)
“Bakaliaros skordaliá” is a typical recipe from Greek taverns, comparable to the famous English “fish and chips”. In this case, the battered cod is served along with a delicious mashed potato with crushed garlic, which is an unbeatable accompaniment.
Basque-style hake recipe (merluza a la vasca)
The Basque-style hake is a quick, simple and nutritious dish. Its ingredients are also a source of high quality protein: hake, clams, eggs and peas. Sometimes it is also called “hake in green sauce” (merluza en salsa verde) due to the color that the peas and chopped parsley give it.
My red tuna tartare recipe
This recipe admits many variations, according to taste and availability. That is why it’s important to know first of all what are the ingredients and spices that go well with tuna, the star of this dish.
Basque-Style Cod (bacalao a la vizcaína)
“Vizcaína” is one of the best-known sauces in Basque cuisine. Its main ingredient is the pulp of an elongated red pepper (called “choricero”) which gives it a distinctive and unique flavor. The versatility of this sauce allows it to accompany different meat and vegetable dishes, but it is probably together with cod where it achieves its greatest and well-deserved fame.
Andalusian Easter soup (chickpea, spinach and cod soup)
Following the tradition, this is a meatless Easter soup. Its main ingredients are chickpeas, spinach, cod and hard-boiled egg. This recipe should be on our menu all year long, since in addition to being delicious, it is low in calories and satiating, as well as being an excellent source of protein.
Salmon with mango sauce
A recipe full of flavor, which for many may sound very sophisticated and therefore complicated. Its preparation is actually very simple and fast; and following the advice detailed here, this salmon with mango sauce will be a guaranteed success.
Spanish fish and seafood Zarzuela
This fish and seafood “zarzuela” is a typical preparation of fishermen throughout the Mediterranean, very similar to the Italian “brodetto” or the famous French “bouillabaisse”. It consists of a simple fish stock and a stir-fry, in which the fish and/or shellfish are briefly boiled. It was traditionally an expeditious and useful recipe, where all the pieces that could not be sold were cooked. But due to its great flavor, it evolved to gourmet levels.
Anchovies marinated in vinegar
This is one of Spain’s favorite tapas. Its main ingredient, anchovy or “boquerón” is a small full of flavor fish. Here the complete procedure with all the secrets to succeed with this recipe.