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pistachio crusted cod on a bed of sauté zucchini; lemon wedges and small dish with cheese on the side; napkin and serving utensils on the left side

Pistachio and Herb Crusted Smoked Cod

This pistachio herb crusted and smoked cod is the best way to enjoy fish! Few ingredients, quick prep and cooking time, are you in? 
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Dinner, fish, Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 5
Calories 177 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 wood pellet smoker or oven
  • 1 baking sheet
  • 1 parchment paper
  • 1 chef's knife
  • 1 cutting board
  • measuring cups and spoon
  • 1 mixing bowl
  • 1 zester

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lb fresh cod filets sub: halibut, salmon,

Herbed Yogurt Sauce

  • 1 cup greek yogurt or sour cream sub: sour cream, plain yogurt
  • 2 tsp dijon mustard sub: honey or whole ground mustard
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill sub: parsley, cilantro, chives
  • 1 tbsp fresh thyme sub: rosemary, oregano
  • 1 tbsp lemon zest sub: lime or orange zest

Instructions
 

  • Prepare the pistachios. Start by finely chopping them. Place the pistachios in a pan and roast over medium heat. Stir frequently and watch carefully so they don't burn. When done, set aside to cool
  • Pat dry the fish
  • Mix together the herb yogurt ingredients
  • Using spatula, cover all sides of the fish with the herb yogurt sauce
  • Finish by coating the fish with the roasted pistachios
  • Preheat your smoker to 350F. I recommend using fruitwood like apple or cherry for a subtle, sweet smokiness.
  • Arrange the fish filets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper
  • Smoke at 350F until internal temperature is 145F

Notes

Seasoning is crucial when cooking fish! Here is why:
  1. Enhancing Natural Flavors: Proper seasoning enhances and brings out these natural tastes, making the dish more enjoyable.
  2. Balancing Flavors: Seasoning keeps the balance between natural sweetness, saltiness, and umami of the fish. 
  3. Complementing Texture: including herbs and spices, can complement the texture of the fish = more satisfying bite.
  4. Reducing Fishiness: are you sensitive to the "fishy" smell. Using  herbs and citrus, can help mask or reduce the fishy smell.
  5. Versatility: allows you to experiment with different flavor profiles.
  6. Improving Browning and Crust Formation: Seasonings contribute to a flavorful crust, especially in methods like pan-searing or baking. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 177kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 37gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.2gTrans Fat: 0.002gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 823mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 150IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 83mgIron: 1mg
Keyword cod, fish, herbs, pistachio, smoked
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