Cod In Pouch Recipe

Name: Cod In Pouch
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into thin half moons; 1 fennel bulb, trimmed, halved, cored, and sliced thin; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 6 scallions, sliced thin; 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil; 1 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/4 cup dry white wine or dry white vermouth; Salt and pepper. to taste; 4 boneless, skinless cod fillets (about 2 pounds); 4 tablespoons unsalted butter

Servings: persons

1
Adjust oven rack to lowest position and heat oven to 450 degrees. Combine zucchini, fennel, garlic, scallions, basil, thyme, wine, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in large bowl.
2
Lay four 14-inch-long pieces of foil on work surface. Place one fillet on lower half of each piece of foil and season with salt and pepper. Top each fillet with one-quarter of vegetable mixture and 1 tablespoon butter. Fold foil over fish and vegetables and crimp edges together to form 4 packets.
3
Arrange packets in single layer on rimmed baking sheet and cook until vegetables are tender and fish is just cooked through, 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer packets to individual plates and carefully cut open with scissors, being careful to avoid steam. Serve.
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Tips
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Haddock, halibut or red snapper fillets are good alternatives for the cod.

183

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 1 medium zucchini, halved lengthwise and cut into thin half moons, 1 fennel bulb, trimmed, halved, cored, and sliced thin, 2 garlic cloves, minced, 6 scallions, sliced thin, and more.

Yes, Cod In Pouch 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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Cod In Pouch

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