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Cod Confit In Paleo Clam Sauce (GF, DF, AIP)


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  • Author: Ambra Torelli
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4
  • Diet: Pescatarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Description

Succulent cod fillets, gently confitted, are nestled in a vibrant clam sauce. A sophisticated yet simple dish, perfect for a special occasion.


Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 560 gr (1 lbs) Cod Fish Fillets
  • 1 lt (33.8 fl oz) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 Bay Leaves
  • 3 Garlic Cloves
  • 5 Coriander Stems (chopped)
  • 15 Coriander Seeds
  • Sea Salt
  • 1 oz (20 gr) Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1 lbs (454 g) Clams
  • 9 oz (250 gr) Razor Clams
  • 5 fl oz (150 ml) White Wine
  • 5 oz (150 gr) Goose Barnacles
  • 5 Garlic Cloves (thinly sliced)
  • 3.5 oz (100 gr) Coriander (chopped)
  • 1 Fresh Lemon (juiced)
  • 10 Pickled Pearl Onions
  • 2 sprigs of Salicornia OR Sea Beans

Instructions

For the Cod Fish Confit

  1. Add 1 liter of extra virgin olive oil to a pot with bay leaves, garlic cloves, coriander stems, and seeds. Heat to 176°F (80°C), ensuring the oil doesn’t fry. Add 4 portions of cod fish.
  2. Cook the fish for approximately 7 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 95°F (45°C).
  3. Remove the fish and let it rest for a few minutes.

For the Paleo Clam Sauce

  1. In a medium saucepan, add olive oil and sliced garlic; cook over medium heat.
  2. When the garlic sizzles, add clams and chopped coriander.
  3. Add white wine and wait a few minutes for the alcohol to evaporate; cover.
  4. When the clams open (about 3 minutes, depending on freshness and heat), strain the liquid and set the clams aside.
  5. Repeat with razor clams. It’s recommended to cook them separately as different types of clams open at different rates.
  6. Combine the strained clam liquids, add lemon juice to taste, a few drops of olive oil, and blend until thickened.
  7. Place the cod confit on a plate, add the clam sauce, and top with goose barnacles, pickled beet pearl onions, and sea sprouts.

Notes

  • To ensure even cooking, use cod fillets of similar thickness. Thicker fillets may require a longer confit time.
  • Substitute other firm white fish, like halibut or sea bass, for the cod if needed. Adjust cooking time accordingly.
  • For best results, use very fresh clams. If your clams don’t open during cooking, discard them.
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Confit
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cod fillet + 1/4 sauce
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 2
  • Sodium: 400
  • Fat: 50
  • Saturated Fat: 8
  • Unsaturated Fat: 40
  • Carbohydrates: 10
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 40
  • Cholesterol: 150