Imagine a dish so delicate, so perfectly prepared that it melts in your mouth with every single bite! This Dutch-style poached cod with lemon is not just a recipe, it's a culinary journey that transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-quality masterpiece. Whether you're a seafood enthusiast or a home cook looking to impress, this Gepocheerde Kabeljauw met Citroen will transport your taste buds straight to the coastal kitchens of the Netherlands, promising a dining experience that's both elegant and incredibly easy to create.
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Dutch
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 4 cod fillets
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 2 cups vegetable broth
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients by patting the cod fillets dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
- Season the cod fillets generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper on both sides.
- In a large, wide skillet or shallow pan, pour the vegetable broth and bring it to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Carefully place the lemon slices across the bottom of the pan, creating a fragrant base for poaching the fish.
- Gently lower the seasoned cod fillets into the simmering broth, ensuring they are partially submerged.
- Reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a tight-fitting lid to create a gentle poaching environment.
- Poach the cod for approximately 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Carefully remove the cod fillets using a slotted spatula and transfer them to serving plates.
- Sprinkle freshly chopped dill over the poached cod fillets for added flavor and aroma.
- Garnish with additional lemon slices and serve immediately while the fish is still warm.
Tips
- Pat the cod fillets completely dry before seasoning to ensure a perfect poach and prevent excess moisture.
- Use fresh, high-quality vegetable broth for the most flavorful poaching liquid.
- Keep the poaching liquid at a gentle simmer, not a rolling boil - this ensures the fish remains tender and doesn't overcook.
- Check the fish's doneness by its opacity and ability to flake easily with a fork.
- Fresh dill is key - it adds a bright, herbal note that complements the delicate fish perfectly.
- Serve immediately after cooking to preserve the fish's optimal texture and temperature.
- If you prefer, you can substitute cod with other white fish like halibut or sea bass for similar results.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 112kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 1g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 70mg
