Braised Cod with Chickpeas Recipe

Name: Braised Cod with Chickpeas
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 cups cooked chickpeas (see Note) or 2 15-ounce cans; 6 or 7 large garlic cloves, peeled and sliced; 4 or 5 hot peppers or 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes; 6 tablespoons olive oil; 1/2 teaspoon toasted cumin seeds, ground; 2 pounds cod fillets, about 1 inch thick; salt; freshly ground black pepper; cilantro or parsley sprigs; lemon wedges

Servings: persons

1
If canned chickpeas are used, rinse and drain them.
2
Combine the cooked or canned chickpeas in a saucepan with the garlic, peppers or flakes, 3 tablespoons of the olive oil, and 1/4 cup of water.
3
Bring the liquid to a simmer, cover the pot, and simmer for 20 minutes.
4
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
5
Remove and discard the whole peppers, if you used them.
6
Add the cumin to the chickpeas and spread half the mixture in the bottom of a 9-inch-square baking dish.
7
Place the fish on top, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and finish with the remaining chickpeas.
8
Drizzle the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil over the top.
9
Cover and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, until the fish is just flaky but not falling apart; check after 20 minutes.
10
Serve the fish hot or warm, garnished with cilantro or parsley and lemon wedges.

702

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 cups cooked chickpeas (see Note) or 2 15-ounce cans, 6 or 7 large garlic cloves, peeled and sliced, 4 or 5 hot peppers or 1 teaspoon red-pepper flakes, 6 tablespoons olive oil, and more.

Yes, Braised Cod with Chickpeas falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Braised Cod with Chickpeas

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Variations & substitutions

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