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Cod with chorizo and potatoes

Cod with chorizo and potatoes is a one-pan oven bake for 4, ready in 50 minutes, rated easy, at about €3.90 per person. The key is letting the chorizo render its red oil into the potatoes before adding the fish, so the whole dish picks up its flavor.

A roasted cod loin with chorizo slices and tender potatoes, a dish with real character that's easy to make.

Cod with chorizo and potatoes
Total time
50 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost per person
€3.90
Calories per person
620 kcalcalculated by Kiloach, your weight coach
Season
Fall, Winter, Spring
The kids
They generally like it

Roasted cod loin turns firm and flakes apart easily, while potato rounds go soft and golden in oil colored by chorizo and paprika. The chorizo brings a smoky, gently spiced edge that's a nice change from plain fish, without covering up its mild flavor. It's a dish with real character that doesn't ask for any special technique.

This is the kind of recipe to make on a weeknight when you want a full meal cooked in one dish, with barely any cleanup after. It works just as well for guests as for the whole family, since the chorizo adds just enough kick without being too spicy. Mon Chou suggests it as an easy way to switch up how you cook fish at home.

The ingredients

4 people

Fish counter

  • Cod loin 600 g

Butcher

  • Chorizo 150 g

Fruits and vegetables

  • Potatoes 800 g
  • Onion 1
  • Garlic 2 cloves
  • Parsley 1 sprigs

Pantry

  • Paprikaoften in the pantry 1 tsp
  • Olive oiloften in the pantry 3 tbsp
  • Saltoften in the pantry 1 pinch
  • Pepperoften in the pantry 1 pinch

Allergens Fish

The step by step recipe

  1. Slice the potatoes into rounds and roast them in the oven with the oil and paprika. 25 min

    Stir halfway through cooking.

  2. Slice the onion and garlic thinly, and cut the chorizo into rounds.

    Peel the chorizo if its skin is thick.

  3. Add the onion, garlic, and chorizo to the potatoes and return the dish to the oven. 10 min

    The chorizo releases its fat and flavors everything.

  4. Place the seasoned cod on top of the potatoes and bake. 12 min

    The fish is done when it flakes easily.

  5. Sprinkle with parsley and serve straight from the dish.

    Drizzle with the red oil from the chorizo.

Our tips to get it right

  • Cut the potatoes into thin, even rounds, about 5 millimeters, so they all cook at the same rate.
  • Pick a mild chorizo if you're cooking for young kids, since the spicy kind can make the dish hotter than expected.
  • Season the cod lightly and only right before placing it on the potatoes, since the chorizo already adds salt to the dish.

The variations

  • Swap the cod for hake or pollock, two firm white fish that hold up well to oven roasting.
  • For a vegetarian version, skip the fish and chorizo, and add roasted bell peppers with a bit of smoked paprika to keep the dish's character.
  • For kids, cut the cod into smaller pieces before placing it on the potatoes, so it's easier to serve and eat.

What to serve it with

  • A well dressed green salad
  • A squeeze of fresh lemon
  • Cold sparkling water

Storage

Store leftovers in a sealed container in the fridge for up to 2 days, since the fish doesn't keep as long as the potatoes. Reheat gently in the oven or a skillet rather than the microwave, so the cod doesn't dry out. Freezing isn't recommended, as it would hurt the texture of both the fish and the potatoes.

Questions about this dish

Can you prepare this dish ahead of time?

You can slice the vegetables and chorizo in advance and keep them in the fridge. Avoid cooking the cod ahead, it tastes best when baked just before serving.

What kind of chorizo should you use?

Use mild or spicy chorizo depending on your taste, sliced or in a piece you cut yourself. Avoid very dry, hard chorizo, since it releases less oil while cooking.

Can you use a different fish instead of cod?

Yes, hake, pollock, or haddock all work well since they're firm white fish. Adjust the cooking time based on the thickness of the fillets.

How do you know when the cod is cooked?

The flesh should flake easily when pressed with a fork or knife tip. If it still resists, give it a few more minutes in the oven.

How long does it take to make a cod with chorizo and potatoes?

Count 50 min in total, prep and cooking included. The recipe is rated “easy”.

How many calories are in a cod with chorizo and potatoes?

About 620 kcal per serving, for a recipe meant for 4 people. Calories are calculated by Kiloach, your weight coach, the app that partners with Mon Chou.

How much does a cod with chorizo and potatoes cost?

About €3.90 per serving, or €15.60 for 4 people, based on average supermarket prices.

What allergens does this recipe contain?

This recipe contains fish. Always check the labels of the products you buy.

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