If you’re a pistachio lover, you’ll like this recipe!
Recipes
Fried Cod with Pistachio Sauce
Ingredients
- 4 fillets desalted cod
- 150 g flour
- 50 g cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon sweet paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 500 ml Borges extra virgin olive oil
For the pistachio sauce
- 40 g shelled pistachios
- 1 small clove of garlic
- A sprig of fresh parsley
- ½ lemon
- 1 tablespoon water
- 30 ml Borges extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper
Step by step
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Step 1
Dry the cod very well with paper towels.
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Step 2
Prepare the sauce by blending the pistachios together with the garlic, parsley, lemon juice and a tablespoon of water until it forms a thick paste. Gradually add the extra virgin olive oil while continuing to blend, until the sauce is creamy. Add salt and pepper to taste and set aside.
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Step 3
Mix the flour, cornstarch, paprika, and a pinch of pepper in a bowl.
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Step 4
Dredge the pieces of cod in the mixture, making sure they are well coated on all sides.
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Step 5
Heat plenty of extra virgin olive oil in a deep frying pan or saucepan, to about 170-175 ºC. Fry the cod in small batches for 4-5 minutes until it is golden brown and crispy on the outside. Remove and set to drain on paper towels or a wire rack.
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Step 6
Serve immediately with the pistachio sauce on top or on the side.
