Cod with Braised Endives in Blood Orange Glaze

Name: Cod with Braised Endives in Blood Orange Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon finely grated blood-orange zest; 10 cilantro stems; 1 bay leaf; 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter; 6 medium Belgian endives, halved lengthwise; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 1 cup fresh blood-orange juice; 15 coriander seeds, coarsely crushed; 1 teaspoon sugar; 3 tablespoons olive oil; Six 6-ounce skinless cod fillets; Cayenne pepper

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon finely grated blood-orange zest
10 cilantro stems
1 bay leaf
1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter
6 medium Belgian endives, halved lengthwise
Salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup fresh blood-orange juice
15 coriander seeds, coarsely crushed
1 teaspoon sugar
3 tablespoons olive oil
Six 6-ounce skinless cod fillets
Cayenne pepper

1
Preheat the oven to 400.
2
In a small saucepan of boiling water, blanch the zest for 1 minute; drain.
3
Tie the cilantro stems and bay leaf into a bundle.
4
Melt 4 tablespoons of the butter in a large ovenproof skillet.
5
Add the endives, cut side down, and season with salt and pepper.
6
Add the juice, zest, cilantro bundle, coriander seeds and sugar and bring to a boil.
7
Press a round of parchment on top, cover with a lid and braise in the oven for 30 minutes, or until very tender.
8
Transfer the endives to a platter.
9
Strain the braising liquid into a glass measuring cup.
10
In the same skillet, melt 1 tablespoon of butter.
11
Add the endives, cut side down, and cook over moderately high heat until browned, 4 minutes.
12
Turn the endives, add 1/2 cup of the braising liquid and cook, shaking the pan until the liquid is reduced to a glaze, 1 minute.
13
Season with salt and pepper.
14
In each of 2 large skillets, melt 1 1/2 tablespoons of butter in 1 1/2 tablespoons of olive oil.
15
Season the cod with salt and cayenne.
16
Add 3 of the cod fillets to each skillet and cook over moderately high heat until browned and cooked through, 3 to 4 minutes per side.
17
Set a piece of cod on each plate and arrange 2 endive halves alongside.
18
Drizzle the remaining glaze over the fish and serve.

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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.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon finely grated blood-orange zest, 10 cilantro stems, 1 bay leaf, 1 stick (4 ounces) unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Cod with Braised Endives in Blood Orange Glaze 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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