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Atlantic Cod and Potato Bake
A simple yet elegant baked dish featuring flaky Atlantic cod layered with thinly sliced potatoes, onions, and a creamy dill sauce, reminiscent of Maritime coastal cuisine.
🧂 Ingrédients
- 600 g Atlantic cod fillets(skinless, boneless)
- 800 g Yukon Gold potatoes(peeled and thinly sliced (about 1/8-inch thick))
- 1 large Yellow onion(thinly sliced)
- 3 tbsp Butter
- 3 tbsp All-purpose flour
- 2 cups Milk(whole milk recommended)
- 1/4 cup Fresh dill(chopped)
- 1.5 tsp Salt
- 1/2 tsp Black pepper(freshly ground)
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 1/4 cup Breadcrumbs(optional, for topping)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking dish.
💡 Conseils de pro: Ensures even cooking and prevents sticking - 2
Arrange half of the sliced potatoes in an even layer in the prepared baking dish. Top with half of the sliced onion.
💡 Conseils de pro: Overlapping slices slightly is fine - 3
In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat. Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly, to form a roux.
⏱️ 1 minute - 4
Gradually whisk in the milk until smooth. Bring to a simmer, stirring, until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
⏱️ 5 minutes - 5
Stir in the chopped dill, salt, pepper, and lemon zest into the thickened sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.
💡 Conseils de pro: Dill adds a fresh, classic Maritime flavor - 6
Pour half of the dill sauce over the potato and onion layer in the baking dish.
💡 Conseils de pro: Ensures potatoes cook through and absorb flavor - 7
Place the cod fillets on top of the sauce-covered potatoes. Season the cod lightly with salt and pepper.
- 8
Layer the remaining sliced potatoes and onions over the cod. Pour the rest of the dill sauce evenly over the top.
💡 Conseils de pro: This creates a protective layer for the fish - 9
If using, sprinkle breadcrumbs evenly over the top. Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
- 10
Bake for 30 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the cod is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
⏱️ 45 minutes💡 Conseils de pro: Check potato tenderness with a fork - 11
Let stand for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with extra fresh dill if desired.
⏱️ 5 minutes
💡 Conseils de pro
- ✓Use fresh, good-quality cod for the best flavor and texture.
- ✓Thinly slicing the potatoes is crucial for even cooking.
- ✓If you don't have fresh dill, 1 tablespoon of dried dill can be used, but reduce slightly.
✨ Idées de variations
Inspiration pour votre propre version de cette recette
- Add a layer of cooked shrimp or scallops with the cod.
- Substitute heavy cream for half of the milk for a richer sauce.
- A pinch of nutmeg can be added to the sauce for warmth.