Cozy Cod Vegetable Broth Bowl (Printable Version)
Flaky cod, soft vegetables, and rice in a clear, comforting broth—perfect for a light, cozy meal any evening.
# What You'll Need:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 cod fillets, fresh or thawed, skin removed
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1 large carrot, diced
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1 small leek, thinly sliced (white and light green parts only)
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120 g cooked white rice or short-grain rice
→ Broth & Seasoning
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1 litre vegetable broth, low sodium if preferred
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1 tablespoon olive oil or unsalted butter
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1 bay leaf
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Salt, to taste
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Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
→ Garnish & Optional
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Fresh herbs (parsley, dill, or chives), finely chopped
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Lemon wedges, for serving (optional)
# Steps To Follow:
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Heat olive oil or butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Add diced carrot and sliced leek, sauté for 3 to 4 minutes until vegetables are beginning to soften without taking on colour.
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Pour in vegetable broth and add the bay leaf. Increase heat to bring to a gentle boil, then reduce to a simmer for 10 minutes until carrots are tender.
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Place cod fillets gently into the simmering broth. Cover and cook for 5 to 7 minutes until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
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Stir in cooked rice and simmer for an additional 2 to 3 minutes to thoroughly warm through. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to taste.
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Carefully break the cooked cod into large flakes. Ladle hot broth, vegetables, rice, and cod into warmed bowls. Top with fresh herbs and serve alongside lemon wedges if desired.
# Notes and Tips:
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For a more substantial bowl, add diced potatoes or a handful of spinach during simmering.
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To intensify flavour, sauté a minced garlic clove with the vegetables or splash a little dry white wine before adding broth.
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Other sustainable white fish such as haddock, halibut, or sea bass can be substituted in place of cod.