Greek · beginner
Greek Pan-Seared Cod Gigantes Bean And Dill Stew
Flaky white cod fillets seared and gently rested over large white butter beans braised in a savory tomato, garlic, and fresh dill sauce.
- PREP TIME
- 15 min
- COOK TIME
- 25 min
- SERVES
- 4
Good things
start in the kitchen.
LET’S MAKE IT
Step by step
- 01
Pat the cod fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with half of the salt and black pepper.
- 02
Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a wide skillet over medium-high heat, sear cod for 3 minutes per side until light golden, then remove onto a clean plate.
- 03
Reduce heat to medium, add the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil, and sauté the diced yellow onion for 4 minutes until translucent.
- 04
Stir in the minced garlic and sweet paprika, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
- 05
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and butter beans, season with remaining salt, and simmer for 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- 06
Stir fresh chopped dill into the bean mixture, nestle the seared cod back on top, cover the pan, and simmer for 3 minutes until the fish flakes easily.
A LITTLE KITCHEN KNOW-HOW
Braising with Seared Finish
Briefly searing delicate fish fillets before finishing them gently atop a simmering bean stew to retain moisture and structural integrity.
Notes from the kitchen
- Patting the cod thoroughly dry prevents sticking and encourages even browning.
- Add fresh dill right at the end to keep its crisp, bright aroma alive in the stew.
- Original home-cooking adaptation inspired by Greek; regional versions vary.
- Use halal-certified meat, poultry, stock, sauces, cheese and other processed ingredients. Check labels and avoid cross-contamination. Recipe screening is not halal certification.