Cod with Tahini and Lemon
This recipe for Cod with Tahini and Lemon is a simple and flavorful way to cook cod. The tahini-lemon sauce is creamy and tangy, and it complements the delicate flavor of the cod perfectly. The dish is easy to make, and it's perfect for a weeknight meal.
I first came across this recipe for Cod with Tahini and Lemon in a cookbook by Yotam Ottolenghi. I was immediately drawn to the simplicity of the recipe, and I knew I had to try it. I'm so glad I did, because this dish is absolutely delicious. The first time I made this recipe, I used cod fillets that were about 1 inch thick. The fillets cooked perfectly in the oven in about 15 minutes. The tahini-lemon sauce was creamy and tangy, and it complemented the delicate flavor of the cod perfectly. I served the dish with a side of roasted vegetables, and it was a hit with my family. I've since made this recipe several times, and I've found that it's very versatile. You can use any type of white fish fillets, and you can adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of the fillets. You can also add other ingredients to the tahini-lemon sauce, such as chopped herbs or spices. I've even made this dish with salmon fillets, and it was just as delicious. This recipe for Cod with Tahini and Lemon is a great way to cook cod. It's simple to make, it's flavorful, and it's versatile. I highly recommend trying this recipe the next time you're looking for a delicious and easy weeknight meal.
Cod with Tahini and Lemon Cod with Tahini and Lemon Cod with Tahini and Lemon Cod with Tahini and Lemon
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound cod fillets, skinless and boneless
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 cup tahini
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  3. Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, tahini, lemon juice, water, garlic, cumin, salt, and pepper.
  5. Brush the tahini-lemon sauce over the cod fillets.
  6. Place the cod fillets on the prepared baking sheet.
  7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cod is cooked through.
  8. Serve immediately, garnished with parsley.
Why It Works
  • The tahini-lemon sauce is creamy and tangy, and it complements the delicate flavor of the cod perfectly.
  • The dish is easy to make, and it's perfect for a weeknight meal.
  • You can use any type of white fish fillets, and you can adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of the fillets.
  • You can also add other ingredients to the tahini-lemon sauce, such as chopped herbs or spices.