Classic Merluzzo in Umido (Italian-style Braised Cod)
A restaurant-worthy fish dish that's nearly impossible to mess up — the gentle braising keeps the cod tender while building a rich sauce perfect for bread-dipping. Best served immediately
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 284kcal
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 small onion finely chopped
- 14 oz tomatoes crushed canned is fine or fresh if they are nice and ripe
- 1/4 cup black olives
- 2 tbsp capers drained
- ½ cup white wine
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tsp salt or to taste
- 1/2 tsp black pepper or to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice to finish
- 24 ounces cod fillets fresh or thawed (about 6 ounces for each serving)
- fresh parsley or basil chopped as garnish (whichever you prefer)
For Serving
- Italian bread homemade or storebought
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Sauté garlic and onion until softened.
- Add the crushed tomatoes, olives, white wine, oregano, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10 minutes. Add lemon juice and stir.
- Nestle the cod fillets into the sauce, sprinkle with salt and pepper, cover with a lid slightly ajar, and cook for 8–10 minutes or until the fish flakes easily.
- Garnish with fresh parsley or basil and serve.
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Nutrition
Calories: 284kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 73mg | Sodium: 1054mg | Potassium: 1074mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 405IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 87mg | Iron: 2mg