Cod in A Spicy Yogurt Crust
Everyday cod takes on a touch of the Middle East in this recipe. A delicious mixture of herbs and spices is added to the yogurt marinade, which forms a crisp coating to the fish when grilled. Haddock could be used instead of cod, and either steaks or fillets would be equally suitable in this dish.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp chopped fresh mint
- 1 medium onion or 2 large spring onions, skinned and roughly chopped
- 2 garlic cloves skinned and crushed
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tbsp coriander seeds
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 2 tsp dried dill
- 5 oz natural yogurt
- salt and pepper
- 4 thick cod or haddock steaks or fillets each weighing about 8 oz
Instructions
- First make the marinade mixture. Put the mint, onion, garlic, paprika, coriander, cumin, dill and yogurt in a blender or food processor and process until a thick paste is formed. Season the mixture to taste with salt and pepper.
- Place the fish in a single layer in a shallow dish.
- Spread the paste all over the top of the fish and leave in a cool place to marinate for 2-3 hours.
- Cook under a hot grill, basting occasionally, until the fish is cooked and the yogurt mixture has formed a crust. Serve straight away with rice and chutney, accompanied by a green salad.
Calories: 206 kcal
Carbohydrates: 7 g
Protein: 37 g
Fat: 3g
Saturated Fat: 1 g
Trans Fat: 1 g
Cholesterol: 111 mg
Sodium: 709 mg
Potassium: 717 mg
Fiber: 2 g
Sugar: 3 g
Vitamin A: 236 IU
Vitamin C: 6 mg
Calcium: 112 mg
Iron: 2 mg