Chorizo Crusted Cod

Here is a deconstructed version of a traditional Portuguese fish stew to serve 4 in about 30 minutes.

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INGREDIENTS:

1 1/2 ounces Spanish chorizo, peeled, thinly sliced

1/2 cup coarse dry bread crumbs

Salt and freshly ground pepper

Extra-virgin olive oil

(4) 6-ounce skinless cod or halibut fillets, about 1 1/2 inches thick

DIRECTIONS:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • In mini food processor, finely chop chorizo.
  • Add bread crumbs and pulse until combined.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Transfer chorizo crumbs to plate.
  • Lightly oil  medium glass or ceramic baking dish.
  • Dip one side of each fillet into chorizo crumbs, pressing to help adhere.
  •  Arrange in baking dish crumb side up.
  •  Pack remaining crumbs on top.
  • Roast fish for 12 minutes, or until it is white throughout and flakes with a fork.
  • Preheat  broiler and broil  cod fillets 6 inches from heat for 20 to 30 seconds, or until chorizo crust is lightly browned and crisp.
  • Serve right away.

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