Baked potatoes with delicate cod fillet is a simple, rustic meal inspired by Polish home cooking. Potatoes baked in canola oil with onion and garlic gain a crispy skin and creamy interior, while the baked cod remains juicy thanks to a light coating of flour and lemon juice. The dish is enhanced by fresh herbs: dill, parsley, and chives, which add aroma and color. It is a filling yet light meal; it tastes great with sour lemon, a side of fresh asparagus in season, or with a cream-based sauce. Visual appeal: golden potatoes, white fillet with herb topping, and green accents, perfect for a family dinner or a simple weekday meal.
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Preheat the oven to 200°C (top-bottom) or 180°C (with fan). Prepare a large baking tray lined with baking paper or lightly greased with canola oil.
Wash the potatoes with a brush under running water. If they have thin skin, you can leave them unpeeled; cut larger potatoes in half or quarters so that the pieces are of similar size (about 2-3 cm thick).
In a large bowl, combine the potatoes with 30 g of rapeseed oil, finely chopped onion, and minced garlic. Add 2 g of black pepper and 2 g of salt (distribute evenly). Mix by hand or with a large spoon to ensure each piece is lightly coated with oil and seasonings.
Spread the potatoes evenly on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer, leaving space between the pieces. Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20 minutes, until they start to brown at the edges.
After 20 minutes of baking the potatoes, remove the tray. Move the potatoes to one side of the tray, leaving space for the fillets. Place the cod fillets skin-side down (if they have skin) in the prepared space. If you are using asparagus, place it next to the fillet and drizzle with a little oil.
Put the tray with the potatoes and cod back in the oven and bake for another 12-15 minutes at 200°C (or 180°C for fan oven). The cod should be white, tender, and easily flake with a fork; the potatoes should be golden and soft inside (check with a fork).
While the potatoes are baking, prepare the cod: pat the fillets dry with a paper towel. Drizzle with lemon juice (about 30 g of juice) and lightly sprinkle flour (40 g) on both sides — shake off the excess flour. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Remove the baking tray from the oven. Place pieces of butter (30 g) on the hot potatoes and fish and wait 1-2 minutes for it to melt. Drizzle with the remaining lemon juice (about 30 g). Generously sprinkle with chopped dill, parsley, and chives.
Transfer a portion of potatoes and a piece of cod to a plate. Arrange the asparagus (if using) alongside. Additionally, serve a wedge of lemon to drizzle over each portion. Sprinkle with fresh herbs before serving.
If you want, you can prepare a simple sauce based on sour cream: mix 100 g of sour cream with 1 tablespoon of chopped dill and a pinch of salt and pepper. Serve as a side with the fish.
In Polish cuisine, fish baked with potatoes is a traditional and simple way to use seasonal herbs — it was often prepared on rural tables after fishing or during holidays, with simplicity and fresh herbs being the key to flavor.
Serve hot with a wedge of lemon. For contrast, serve a tangy sauce based on yogurt or sour cream with dill. A light salad of young cabbage or warm beets pairs well. Place an extra bowl of sea salt and freshly ground pepper on the table.
Store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 2 days. Reheat in the oven at 180°C for 8-10 minutes to restore the crispiness of the potatoes and gently warm the fish. Not recommended for reheating fish multiple times (loss of quality).
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