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Madagascan Seared Cod Fillets With Carrot Lasary Relish

Name: Madagascan Seared Cod Fillets With Carrot Lasary Relish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Madagascan
Ingredients: 4 piece Cod fillets, approx 150g each, skinless; 3 medium Carrots, shredded; 1 small Red onion, thinly sliced; 3 tbsp Lemon juice, freshly squeezed; 1 small Hot chili pepper, finely chopped; 2 tbsp Vegetable oil; 2 cloves Garlic, minced; 1 tsp Ground pink peppercorns; 1 tsp Salt

Crispy pan-seared cod topped with a bright, quick-pickled Malagasy carrot relish seasoned with lemon, chili, and pink peppercorns.

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 10 min
Total: 25 min

Technique to learn

High-Heat Pan-Searing

Cooking fish quickly in a hot pan creates a flavorful exterior seal while keeping the center flaking and tender.

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the carrot lasary relish by mixing shredded carrots, sliced red onion, chopped hot chili pepper, two tablespoons lemon juice, and half the salt in a bowl; toss well and let marinate for 15 minutes.
Step 2: Pat cod fillets thoroughly dry with paper towels to ensure a proper sear.

Step 3: Rub cod fillets on both sides with minced garlic, remaining lemon juice, ground pink peppercorns, and remaining salt.

Step 4: Heat vegetable oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

Step 5: Place cod fillets in the pan and sear undisturbed for 4 minutes until a crisp crust forms.

Step 6: Carefully flip cod fillets and cook for 3 to 4 minutes more until opaque throughout; serve immediately topped with fresh carrot lasary.

Cooking tips

Drying the fish surfaces before cooking prevents steaming and guarantees a light crust.
Adjust the chopped hot chili pepper to match your heat preference.
Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Madagascan; 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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