Seared Cod & Zucchini over Creamy Brown Rice with Marinated Tomatoes page

Step by Step method

Step 1.

Cook 2 to 3 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through.* Turn off the heat.

Step 2.

In a small pot, combine the rice, a big pinch of salt, and 1 cup of water; heat to boiling on high.

Step 3.

Once boiling, reduce the heat to low. Cover and cook, without stirring, 23 to 25 minutes, or until the water has been absorbed and the rice is tender.

Step 4.

Turn off the heat and fluff with a fork. Stir in the créme fraîche until combined. Cover to keep warm.

Step 5.

Prepare the ingredients

Step 6.

Meanwhile, wash and dry the fresh produce.

Step 7.

Medium dice the zucchini.

Step 8.

Halve, peel, and medium dice the onion.

Step 9.

Halve the tomatoes.

Step 10.

Peel 1 clove of garlic; using a zester or the small side of a box grater, finely grate into a paste.

Step 11.

In a bowl, combine the halved tomatoes, capers, vinegar, a drizzle of olive oil, and as much of the garlic paste as you’d like.

Step 12.

Season with salt and pepper; stir to combine. Set aside to marinate, stirring occasionally, at least 10 minutes.

Step 13.

Taste, then season with salt and pepper if desired.

Step 14.

Cook the vegetables

Step 15.

Serve the creamy rice topped with the cooked cod, cooked vegetables, and marinated tomatoes (including any liquid). Enjoy!

Step 16.

In a large pan (nonstick, if you have one), heat a drizzle of olive oil on medium-high until hot.

Step 17.

Cook, without stirring, 3 to 4 minutes, or until browned.

Step 18.

Add as much of the red pepper flakes as you'd like, depending on how spicy you'd like the dish to be; season with salt and pepper.

Step 19.

Cook, stirring frequently, 1 to 2 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 20.

Transfer to a bowl; cover with foil to keep warm. Wipe out the pan.

Step 21.

Coat the cod

Step 22.

Place the flour and spice blend on a large plate; season with salt and pepper.

Step 23.

Stir to combine.

Step 24.

Pat the cod dry with paper towels.

Step 25.

Season with salt and pepper on both sides.

Step 26.

Working one piece at a time, thoroughly coat the seasoned cod in the seasoned flour.

Step 27.

Cook the cod & serve your dish

Step 28.

In the same pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil on medium-high until hot.

Step 29.

Add the coated cod (tapping off any excess flour before adding).

Step 30.

Add the diced zucchini and diced onion in an even layer.

Step 31.

Make the creamy rice