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Greek Pan-Seared Cod Gigantes Bean And Dill Stew

Name: Greek Pan-Seared Cod Gigantes Bean And Dill Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Greek
Ingredients: 600 g skinless cod fillets, cut into 4 portions; 800 g canned butter beans, rinsed and drained; 3 tbsp olive oil; 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 400 g canned crushed tomatoes; 0.25 cup fresh dill, finely chopped; 1 tsp sweet paprika; 0.5 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper

Flaky white cod fillets seared and gently rested over large white butter beans braised in a savory tomato, garlic, and fresh dill sauce.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 25 min
Total: 40 min

Technique to learn

Braising with Seared Finish

Briefly searing delicate fish fillets before finishing them gently atop a simmering bean stew to retain moisture and structural integrity.

Instructions

Step 1: Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with half of the salt and black pepper.

Step 2: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat, sear cod for 3 minutes per side until light golden, then remove onto a clean plate.

Step 3: Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and sauté the diced yellow onion for 4 minutes until translucent.

Step 4: Stir in the minced garlic and sweet paprika, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5: Pour in the crushed tomatoes and butter beans, season with remaining salt, and simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 6: Stir fresh chopped dill into the bean mixture, nestle the seared cod back on top, cover the pan, and simmer for 3 minutes until the fish flakes easily.

Cooking tips

Patting the cod thoroughly dry prevents sticking and encourages even browning.
Add fresh dill right at the end to keep its crisp, bright aroma alive in the stew.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Greek; regional versions vary.
Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.

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