CAJUN BUTTER COD

Tender cod fillets coated in a spicy Cajun and paprika butter. It's served with coconut rice and your choice of greens for a delicious and well-rounded meal.

PREP 10m

COOK 25m

TOTAL 35m

SERVES 2

Ingredients-

  • 2 Cod fillets

  • 1 tbsp Butter

  • 1 tsp Cajun Spice

  • 1/2 tsp Paprika

For the Coconut Rice:

  • 1 tin coconut milk

  • 1 tin water

  • 1 tin rice

  • A little oil for toasting

For the Greens:

  • Tenderstem broccoli, asparagus, or green beans (choose your preference)

  • Fresh lime juice (for serving)


Instructions-

  1. Preheat your oven to 175°C (350°F).

  2. In a small bowl, mix the butter, Cajun spice, and paprika together to create the Cajun butter mixture.

  3. Coat the cod fillets with the Cajun butter mixture, ensuring they are well coated on both sides.

  4. Place the cod fillets on a baking tray or in an oven-safe dish.

  5. Bake the cod fillets in the preheated oven for about 15-25 minutes, depending on the thickness of the cod. The fish should be flaky and cooked through when done.

  6. While the cod is baking, prepare the coconut rice:

    • In a pan, add a little oil and the rice, heat it until it becomes slightly nutty. You can slightly toast the rice in the oil.

    • Turn the heat to medium and add one tin of coconut milk and one tin of cold water to the rice.

    • Simmer for exactly ten minutes with a lid on. After ten minutes, take the rice off the heat and let it sit aside for an additional 5 minutes to continue cooking. Keep the lid on the pan during this time. A non-stick pan is essential for this method.

  7. While the rice is resting, prepare your choice of greens (Tenderstem broccoli, asparagus, or green beans) by steaming or boiling them until they are tender.

  8. Serve hot with a side of coconut rice and your steamed greens. Drizzle fresh lime juice over the fish for an touch extra.