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Cod Blaff Recipe

Cod Blaff Recipe

Authentic recipe for cod blaff. Discover the secrets of this specialty. Step-by-step guide for a successful dish.

Prep.
25 min
Cuisson
25 min
Total
50 min
Servings
4 personnes
Niveau
Facile
Cuisine
Antilles françaises — Martinique/Guadeloupe

Ingrédients

Ingrédients:

Préparation

Étapes de préparation:

  1. 1
    Préparation des ingrédients : Émincer les cives et les oignons avec leur tige. Presser les citrons pour en extraire le jus. Couper les piments en fines rondelles. Ciseler la moitié du persil.
  2. 2
    Marinade : Dans un saladier, mélanger les cives, les oignons, le jus des citrons, l'ail, le thym, les piments, et le persil. Ajouter le cabillaud dans ce mélange et bien l'imprégner. Couvrir avec du film alimentaire et laisser mariner au réfrigérateur pendant 2 heures.
  3. 3
    Cuisson : Dans un grand faitout, verser la marinade, puis ajouter le vin blanc, l'eau, l'huile, les feuilles de bois d'Inde, le clou de girofle et une pincée de sel. Plonger le poisson dans cette préparation. Porter à ébullition à feu vif pendant 3 minutes. Réduire le feu et laisser mijoter pendant 15 minutes.
  4. 4
    Finition : Laisser mijoter encore 10 minutes à découvert et à feu doux. Parsemer du persil restant avant de servir.

Informations nutritionnelles

Valeurs pour 1 portion

325 Calories
450mg Sodium

Astuces et conseils

Pour une marinade encore plus parfumée, laissez mariner le poisson toute la nuit au réfrigérateur. Ajustez la quantité de piment selon votre tolérance au piquant. Vous pouvez également ajouter des légumes comme des carottes ou des poivrons dans la cuisson pour plus de saveurs et de couleurs.
Pour aller plus loin : histoire, variantes, accompagnements et conseils

In brief

  • Cod Blaff: fish poached in a court-bouillon with lime and bay rum (bois d'Inde)
  • Origin: the West Indies (Guadeloupe, Martinique)
  • Essential ingredients: fresh fish (snapper), lime, garlic, parsley, thyme, bay rum (bois d'Inde)
  • A shared dish, central to family meals and ceremonies.

Origins and cultural history of Cod Blaff

Cod Blaff has its roots in the West Indies. It is found mainly in Guadeloupe and Martinique. It is an integral part of the local culinary heritage and continues to be passed down from generation to generation, from family kitchens to the tables of Afro-Caribbean diaspora restaurants in France.

Its preparation remains rooted in precise gestures. Each family adds its personal touch, according to the available ingredients and regional customs.

What are the essential ingredients of Cod Blaff

The preparation of Cod Blaff relies on a few essential ingredients found in most African and Caribbean online grocery stores, including NKOSI.

  • fresh fish (snapper)
  • lime
  • garlic, parsley
  • thyme, bay rum (bois d'Inde)
  • chilli

What to serve Cod Blaff with

Cod Blaff is traditionally served with: white rice, sweet potato. The choice depends on the regions, the seasons and family preferences.

For drinks, this dish is often accompanied by: ti'punch.

Nutritional benefits of Cod Blaff

Cod Blaff provides several interesting nutrients: omega-3. For a balanced diet, it is advisable to combine it with vegetables and to vary the protein sources.

Frequently asked questions about Cod Blaff

How to store Cod Blaff after preparation?

Cod Blaff keeps for 2 to 3 days in the refrigerator in an airtight container. It reheats gently over low heat or in the oven, adding a little water if necessary.

Can Cod Blaff be frozen?

Yes, the dish freezes very well for up to 3 months. Defrost it overnight in the refrigerator then reheat gently.

What is the preparation time for Cod Blaff?

Allow on average 15 to 30 minutes of preparation and 45 to 90 minutes of cooking, depending on the version. Traditional versions require slow cooking to develop all the flavours.

Where to find the authentic ingredients of Cod Blaff in France?

NKOSI offers the essential ingredients (spices, dry ingredients, specialised preserves) through its online shop nkosiagro.com, with fast delivery in France and Europe.

Find them in the NKOSI shop

And for more flavours, browse our NKOSI catalogue — African and Caribbean grocery online.

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