Q: Can I use other vegetables besides carrots, garlic, and asparagus for this recipe?
A: Yes, you can replace them with other suitable vegetables or ingredients like eggs.
Q: How long should I pan-fry the cod on each side?
A: Fry each side until golden brown and the color turns white, indicating it’s cooked.
Q: Is it necessary to pat the cod dry before frying?
A: Yes, after salting the cod for ten minutes, use kitchen paper towels to remove excess moisture for better frying.
Pan-Fried Cod Fish Blocks
Notes
Ingredients:
- Cod fish, 1 piece
- Assorted side dishes (carrots, garlic, asparagus, eggs, etc.), to taste
- Salt, to taste
- Cooking oil, as needed
- Black pepper powder, to taste
- Season the surface of the cod fish with a little salt and let it marinate for ten minutes. Then, use kitchen paper towels to wipe off excess moisture.
- Heat some oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the cod fish and chosen side dishes such as asparagus or eggs for frying.
- Cook the cod until it's easy to flake, with both sides turning golden brown and the color changing to white, indicating it's done.
- Finally, sprinkle with black pepper powder and garnish with tomato sauce before serving.
- This dish is a good source of protein from the cod fish and the chosen side dishes like eggs.
- Contains healthy fats, especially if olive oil is used for cooking.
- Low in carbohydrates, making it a suitable option for low-carb diets.
