Honey-Tomato Glazed Cod Steak with Eggplant and Cheese
Honey-Tomato Glazed Cod Steak with Eggplant and Cheese
[Convenient & Special] Delicious Honey-Tomato Cod Steak Recipe
Do you love cod and want to explore new ways to enjoy it? This recipe brilliantly combines fresh cod fillets with the sweetness of honey, the tanginess of tomato sauce, tender eggplant, and creamy cheese for a truly delightful meal. We’ll guide you step-by-step to recreate restaurant-quality flavors at home!
Main Ingredients- Cod fillets 200g (thickly cut)
- Eggplant 1 medium
- Lemon 1/2
- Olive oil 20ml (2 Tbsp)
- Rosemary 1 sprig (fresh)
- Chopped parsley 1 pinch (for garnish, optional)
- Salt a pinch
- Black pepper a pinch
Sauce & Aioli Ingredients- Tomato sauce 100ml (store-bought)
- Mayonnaise 3 Tbsp
- Sugar 1 tsp
- Minced garlic 1 tsp
- Cheese 30g (shredded or thinly sliced, e.g., mozzarella or cheddar)
- Honey 5g (1 tsp)
- Lemon juice 1 tsp
- Diced eggplant (for sautéing, separated from above)
- Tomato sauce 100ml (store-bought)
- Mayonnaise 3 Tbsp
- Sugar 1 tsp
- Minced garlic 1 tsp
- Cheese 30g (shredded or thinly sliced, e.g., mozzarella or cheddar)
- Honey 5g (1 tsp)
- Lemon juice 1 tsp
- Diced eggplant (for sautéing, separated from above)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Begin by preparing your cod fillets. Take about 200g of cod and trim any fins or scales. Cut the fillets into thick, steak-like portions. Ensuring a consistent thickness is key for even cooking.
Step 2
Season the prepared cod. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper. Then, add 20ml (2 Tbsp) of olive oil and the fresh rosemary sprig. Gently toss to coat. This marinating process infuses the cod with flavor and helps tenderize it. Let it rest for about 10-15 minutes.
Step 3
While the cod is marinating, prepare the eggplant. Take one medium eggplant. Slice about half of it into 0.5cm thick rounds. Dice the remaining half into 0.5cm cubes for the sauce.
Step 4
Now, let’s start cooking. Heat a pan over medium heat and add a little olive oil. Place the marinated cod fillets in the pan and sear for about 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. While the cod is cooking, use the same pan or a separate one to grill the round eggplant slices until nicely browned on both sides. You might need a little more olive oil as eggplant absorbs it readily.
Step 5
Once the cod is beautifully seared, carefully transfer the fillets to a plate. Use a paper towel to gently dab away any excess oil from the surface. This ensures a clean, non-greasy finish.
Step 6
While the cod rests, let’s make a delicious and creamy aioli sauce. In a small bowl, combine 3 Tbsp of mayonnaise, 1 tsp of lemon juice, and 1 tsp of minced garlic. Mix well. You can add 1 tsp of sugar for a touch of sweetness, adjusting to your preference. Your aioli sauce is now ready!
Step 7
Using the same pan you cooked the cod in (don’t wash it!), add the diced eggplant. Sauté for a minute until slightly softened, then pour in 100ml of tomato sauce. Stir and cook together for another 1-2 minutes until the eggplant is tender and well combined with the sauce.
Step 8
Time to plate your masterpiece! Arrange the cooked cod fillets on the serving plates. Spoon the prepared eggplant and tomato sauce generously over the top of the cod.
Step 9
Next, artfully drizzle or dollop the prepared aioli sauce over the eggplant tomato sauce. The creamy aioli will beautifully complement the other flavors.
Step 10
Finally, sprinkle 30g of cheese evenly over the cod, sauce, and aioli. For melted cheese, you can pop the plates briefly under a broiler, in an oven, or even in an air fryer until the cheese is golden and bubbly. Alternatively, placing the plate over a warm pan covered with a lid can also melt the cheese using steam. (For a quick melt, microwave for 15-20 seconds).
Step 11
Drizzle 5g (1 tsp) of honey over the melted cheese to add a touch of sweetness. While optional, the honey enhances the savory notes of the tomato sauce and the richness of the cheese. Finish with a sprinkle of chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness (omit if you don’t have it).
Step 12
On the side of the plate, place the grilled round eggplant slices and a wedge of fresh lemon (from the 1/2 lemon). Your flavorful Honey-Tomato Glazed Cod Steak is now complete and ready to be enjoyed!
