RECIPES

Cod in Vizcaína sauce with smashed potatoes

Cod in Vizcaína Sauce captures the essence of Basque cuisine, celebrated for its rich, flavourful sauce infused with peppers, onions, and garlic. This dish, with its bold taste profile, serves as a comforting addition to the family table, especially as the younger ones develop their palates. Beyond its taste, the cod provides nutritional benefits, offering a lean protein source and essential minerals like potassium and phosphorus, complemented by B-vitamins. Our version includes a unique touch with smashed potatoes, enhancing the recipe's simplicity and homemade charm.

Preparation time

Temps de preparació

Dificultat

Difficulty

Ingredients

  • Garlic
  • New potatoes
  • Wheat flour (Gluten)
  • Brandy
  • Ñora paste
  • Parsley
  • Red onion
  • Dry Thyme
  • Cod (Fish)

Necessary utensils

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Pot
  • Frying pan
  • Oven tray
  • Hand blender

Nutritional information (every 100 grams)

Calories159,6 Kcal
Fat0,52 g
of which saturated fat0,13 g
Carbohydrates32,9 g
of which sugar1,55 g
Proteins4,49 g
Salt0,02 g

Preparation time

Difficulty

Ingredients

  • Garlic
  • New potatoes
  • Wheat flour (Gluten)
  • Brandy
  • Ñora paste
  • Parsley
  • Red onion
  • Dry Thyme
  • Cod (Fish)

Necessary utensils

  • Cutting board
  • Knife
  • Pot
  • Frying pan
  • Oven tray
  • Hand blender

Nutritional information (every 100 grams)

Calories159,6 Kcal
Fat0,52 g
of which saturated fat0,13 g
Carbohydrates32,9 g
of which sugar1,55 g
Proteins4,49 g
Salt0,02 g

Cooking step by step

Cooking
step by step

The potatoes I:

Preheat the oven to 225ºC, theat above and below.

Boil a pot of water with a pinch of salt.
Boil potatoes for 10-15 min until tender when pierced with a fork. 

Las patatas I - Bacalao en salsa vizcaina

Mise en place:

Chop half of the garlic and slice the rest.
Cut onion into julienne.
Chop parsley.
Place flour on a plate and coat the cod on all sides. 

The cod:

Heat a dash of oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
Sauté garlic slices briefly, avoiding browning.
Add cod and cook for 2-3 min on each side. Set aside on a plate. 

The potatoes II:

Drain and spread on a baking tray (use parchment paper if you have it).
Mash potatoes with a glass. Add chopped garlic, thyme, and a dash of oil. Season with salt and pepper. Bake for 10-15 min until golden.

The sauce:

Without cleaning the frying pan, add onion and let simmer over medium heat for 20 min without browning.
Add ñora pepper paste, brandy, and water (double the amount of brandy). Mix well and let simmer a bit until the alcohol evaporates. Blend until smooth. 

The final step:

Add the sauce back to the pan, add salt and pepper to taste. Add the cod pieces and cook for about 4-5 min.
Serve with smashed potatoes and chopped parsley.
Tip: You can adjust the thickness of the sauce to your liking with water. 

El paso final - Bacalao en salsa vizcaina

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