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Cumin and coriander Cod Toast

Our tested Glazed Cod Toast: spiced, generous, and balanced with cumin and coriander. Serves 4 people with plenty to go around.

4.8 from 1,323 cooks
Prep30 min
Cook20 min
Serves4
LevelMedium
Free to cook
Cumin and coriander Cod Toast
Method

How to cook it

Prep everything first: chop the aromatics, measure the cumin and coriander elements, and pat the cod dry so it colours well.

Warm the olive oil in a large pan over a medium heat and soften the onion and garlic until sweet and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Turn up the heat and add the cod. Reduce the glaze until sticky, then turn to coat everything in a glossy lacquer.

Stir in the za'atar and the rest of the cumin and coriander flavours, letting them cook out for a minute until fragrant.

Add the sweetcorn along with a splash of stock or water, then cook briskly until everything is tender and the sauce clings.

Taste and adjust the seasoning with salt, pepper and a little acid. It should taste bright, savoury and balanced.

Tested in the Stewart & Musell kitchen. Timings assume a standard home oven and hob.

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