Crispy Rock Cod in Reduced Citrus Recipe

Name: Crispy Rock Cod in Reduced Citrus
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups fresh orange juice; 1/2 cup chopped peeled fresh ginger; Pinch of kosher salt; Pinch of cayenne; 2 tablespoons maple syrup; 1 egg plus 1 egg yolk, whisked together; 1 heaping tablespoon flour; Pinch of kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; 4 rock cod fillets, about 6 ounces each; 1/2 cup rice flakes, pulsed in a coffee or spice grinder with a pinch of salt and pepper; 1 tablespoon unsalted butter; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; Several tablespoons chopped fresh chives

Servings: persons

2 cups fresh orange juice
1/2 cup chopped peeled fresh ginger
Pinch of kosher salt
Pinch of cayenne
2 tablespoons maple syrup
1 egg plus 1 egg yolk, whisked together
1 heaping tablespoon flour
Pinch of kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
4 rock cod fillets, about 6 ounces each
1/2 cup rice flakes, pulsed in a coffee or spice grinder with a pinch of salt and pepper
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
Several tablespoons chopped fresh chives

1
Combine the orange juice, ginger, salt, cayenne, and maple syrup in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
2
Turn down the heat and simmer to reduce by about half (until you have about 1 cup).
3
Taste and adjust salt and sweetness.
4
Whisk the egg and flour until smooth and add a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
5
Spoon this mixture onto one side of each fillet and sprinkle on the rice flakes.
6
Melt the butter with the olive oil in a large skillet over low heat.
7
Add the fish, coated side down.
8
Saute until golden and crisp, 4 or 5 minutes.
9
Flip the fish and cook for 2 or 3 minutes longer.
10
Spoon about a tablespoon of the sauce onto each individual plate and place the fish, crispy side up, on each one.
11
Top with chives.

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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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups fresh orange juice, 1/2 cup chopped peeled fresh ginger, Pinch of kosher salt, Pinch of cayenne, and more.

Yes, Crispy Rock Cod in Reduced Citrus 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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Crispy Rock Cod in Reduced Citrus

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