Heat up your Valentine’s with this spicy Cod Cioppino that sets fire to your palate–and your passions. The rich flavors inspired from Italy are beautifully contrasted by the tart, dank overtones of Aloha Humboldt’s Golden Lemons.
This pairing was designed by Khara Pechtes, Founder of Food Flower Future, and Linsey Jones, CEO of Aloha Humboldt.
Spicy Cod Cioppino
Yield: Approximately 4 servings
Time: 60 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 tsp coriander
- 1.5 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp. dried oregano
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes
- 1 tsp sweet paprika
- 1 tsp turmeric
- 1.5 lbs. Cod (or any firm white fish like Halibut, Haddock, Sea Bass) cut into 1″ chunks
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground black pepper
- 3 tbsp Extra Virgin olive oil
- 1 red onion, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 celery stalks, chopped
- 5 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 14 oz. can diced tomatoes, Italian
- 1 14 oz. can stewed tomatoes
- 1 6 oz. can tomato paste
- 1 cup white wine (Pinot Grigio, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc – we like Baron Herzog crisp, dry whites)
- 4 cups vegetable stock
- 1 cup chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
- 5 spring onions, chopped
- Lemon, juiced
Preparation:
- Mix coriander, cumin, oregano, red pepper, paprika, and tumeric together in a small bowl.
- Season the cod or fish of your choice, with sprinkle of kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper and coat the fish in the spice mixture.
- In Instant Pot (or your pot of choice), heat 3 tablespoons EVOO in saute mode. As always, allow pot to get hot before adding oil. Add red onions, red pepper, celery, and garlic. Saute until the vegetables soften, about 5 minutes. Add the remainder of the spice mixture.
- Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, white wine and vegetable stock.
- If using Instant Pot, run in 2 minute soup mode.
- If using regular pot, bring to a boil, then lower the heat to simmer, cover the pot most of the way, and allow to simmer for 20 minutes.
- If using Instant Pot, after depressurization, add cod and set pot to saute to boil for additional 3-4 minutes.
- If using regular pot, add the fish and cook for about 3 or 4 minutes.
- Garnish with chopped parsley, cilantro, and green onions.
Serve over rice, garnish with cilantro, sliced radishes and a squeeze of citrus.
Aloha! We especially love serving with a bold red like Psagot Cabernet Franc 2023
Uplifting yet relaxing, Golden Lemons is a perfect strain to enjoy with a friend over a meal because it’s versatile and pairs well with a variety of both citrus and savory flavors.
