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Delicious smokey ranch baked cod you would think came off a smoker but baked fresh in the oven. That being said, I am going to share with you today who to make the best smokey ranch cod baking it.
Steaming
Steaming offers two benefits for cooking fish: It doesn't dry out the flesh, and it doesn't require any added fat. All you need is a piece of equipment that holds the fish while allowing it to steam. One option is a steamer basket, which rests above a pot of boiling water, or a Chinese bamboo steamer. This method of cooking doesn't lend itself to salting; the salt will drip off as it steams.
Additionally, other than microwaving -- which is simply another form of steaming -- this method of cooking retains the most nutrients. A 1-inch-thick fish fillet could take anywhere from six to 15 minutes to steam, depending on which variety you choose.
Poaching
Poaching, which refers to cooking the fish in a simmering liquid, is most effective with firm fish fillets such as Pacific halibut, yellowfin tuna, and lake trout. The healthier the liquid you choose for poaching, the healthier the result will be.
Options include fish stock and water seasoned with onion, garlic, and herbs. To cook, bring the liquid to a simmer, but don't let it boil. Simmer the fish until the center is opaque and then remove it from the pan with a slotted spatula.
Broiling
Because its natural oils prevent drying, salmon is a top choice for broiling, a cooking method that exposes the fish to direct heat in the oven. This dry cooking method requires no oils.
Other oil-rich fish options include tuna, sea bass, and mackerel. Leaner cuts of fish should be marinated before broiling. A half-inch piece of fish will take approximately six minutes to cook for rare, and nine to 12 minutes for medium or well-done.
Grilling
Grilling is another direct-heat cooking method, but the heat comes from the bottom rather than -- as in broiling -- from the top—the same candidates for broiling work well in grilling. To cook fish directly on the grill, lightly brush the fillet with extra-virgin olive oil, so it doesn't stick. To infuse the fish with a smoky flavor, grill it on a wooden plank -- cedar, maple, or hickory -- for approximately twenty minutes. It is delicious!
Baking
Perhaps the most straightforward method for cooking fish is baking. Season the fish with herbs and spices or slices of lemon or lime and arrange the fillets on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper. Bake the fish for seven to ten minutes per inch of thickness.
How to know when fish is cooked?
You will know when you stick a fork in the fish, and it just flakes apart if it doesn't leave in the oven for another 2-minutes before taking it out.
Smokey Ranch Baked Cod
Ingredients
- 4 Fillets of cod
- 4 tbsp Ranch dressing
- 2 tsp Smoked paprika
- Garnish with Fresh Parsley if desired
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- Place cod fillets on a prepared baking sheet. (line with parchment paper for easy cleanup)
- Drizzle ranch dressing over each fillet. Sprinkle with smoked paprika.
- Bake in the oven for approximately 15-18 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.
Enjoy! Don't forget to pin to save for later, too, as this is a quick and easy three-ingredient recipe for the whole family to enjoy.
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