Cod RiceForki
Rice with a smooth texture where the grains absorb the intense flavor of shredded cod, gently desalted, cooked with pure mineral water.
Ingredients
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 380 gbomba rice
  • 500 gdesalted shredded cod
  • 1 mineral water
  • 3 ripe tomatoes
  • 200 gdiced green pepper
  • 50 gOPTIONAL: chopped "piquillo" pepper
  • 2 onion
  • 100 graw peas
  • 3 artichokes
  • 2 clovesgarlic clove
  • 40 mlwhite wine
  • OPTIONAL: black olives
  • parsley
  • oil and salt
Nutritional Information

Per Serving (Approx.)

Calories
439 kcal
Protein
35 g
Fat
2 g
Carbohydrates
73 g

Disclaimer: These values are estimates based on ingredient types and may not be precise.

Step-by-step Guide

Preparation

  • Check that the cod has no bones or skin. Rinse it under cold water and let it drain in a colander for a few minutes to remove excess water.
  • Finely chop the onion and set it aside in a separate bowl.
  • Cut the bell pepper into small cubes approximately 1 cm.
  • Blanch the tomatoes in boiling water for 1 minute, remove them, and submerge them in cold water. Remove the skin and seeds, and chop the flesh into small pieces. Set aside.
  • In a pan with olive oil, sauté the cod for 1 minute over medium-high heat. Remove the cod from the pan and set it aside on a plate.
  • Sweat the chopped onion in the cod oil over medium heat until it turns transparent. Add the diced green pepper and cook everything for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the sliced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until the garlic releases its aroma.
  • Add the grated tomato and, if desired, the chopped piquillo pepper. Season with salt and pepper to taste and let it cook for 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • If desired, add a splash of white wine to the sauté and allow the alcohol to evaporate for about 2 minutes over medium-high heat.
  • Meanwhile, remove the outer leaves of the artichokes and quarter them. Blanch the artichokes in boiling water for 2 minutes, then drain and set aside.
  • Place water for the rice in a saucepan and bring it to a boil.
  • Prepare a mixture with garlic and fresh parsley in a mortar. Set aside.
  • When the sofrito is ready, add the rice and sauté it for 2 minutes, stirring continuously to prevent sticking.
  • Next, add the already boiling water to the pan with the rice and let it cook over medium heat for a total of 17 minutes.
  • When there are 6 minutes remaining in the cooking, add the artichokes and peas to the pan.
  • When there are 2 minutes left to finish, add the cod and the garlic and parsley mixture.
  • Once cooking is complete, let the rice rest, covered, for 2 minutes before serving.
Recommendations & Tricks
  • Ensure to properly desalinate the shredded cod by soaking it in cold water for 24 hours, changing the water about 3-4 times to prevent it from being too salty.
  • Use high-quality Bomba rice to make sure it absorbs the flavors correctly and maintains its texture.
  • When it comes to ripe tomatoes, blanch them in boiling water for a few seconds, cool them with ice water, and easily peel them before grating.
  • Cut the green pepper into small, uniform dice so that it cooks evenly and mixes well with the other ingredients.
  • If you decide to add piquillo peppers, remember to turn off the heat shortly before the end of cooking and stir them gently to avoid breaking them apart.
  • When adding peas, you can lightly steam them beforehand to preserve their bright green color and texture.
  • Treat the artichokes by rubbing them with lemon to prevent oxidation, trim the tougher outer leaves, and cut them into quarters before adding to the dish.