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An opened parchment paper packet filled with Cod, tomatoes, olives and capers. Lemon slices are on the sides with fresh oregano. A side salad is in the background
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Cod En Papillote, Greek-Style

A savory cod fillet steamed inside parchment paper with tomatoes, olives, and capers. An easy dinner for two!
Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Entree
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Keyword: Cooking in Parchment, Date night dinner, Dinner for two, Seafood, Steamed fish
Servings: 2
Calories: 220kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Sheetpan
  • Parchment Paper

Ingredients

  • 2 each cod fillets 6 - 8 ounces each
  • 1 each shallot sliced in ¼ inch-thick rounds
  • ¼ cup kalamata olives cut in half or sliced
  • ½ cup halved grape tomatoes
  • 2 tbsp capers drained
  • 1 each lemon
  • 2 each sprigs fresh oregano
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 350℉. Cut 2 squares of parchment paper (12 x 12 inches). Pull out a sheet pan and set it aside.

Assemble the Packets

  • Pat the cod fillets with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. Season with a little black pepper.
  • Place 2 - 3 shallot slices in the middle of each square of parchment paper. Place the cod fillet on the top of the shallots.
  • Top each piece of cod with half the olives, tomatoes, and capers. Place a lemon slice on each side of the cod. Add a sprig of oregano on top of each and drizzle with a little lemon juice.

Wrap the Packets

  • Bring two sides up over the top of the fish and ingredients and bring them together. Roll them over about ¼ - ½ inch and crease along the edge. Keep rolling and creasing until the parchment is sitting on top of the fish and ingredients.
  • Turn the packet ¼ and do the same on the end. Repeat with the other end until you have a sealed packet. Place each packet on the sheet pan.

Bake the Packets

  • Place the sheet pan in the middle of the preheated oven and allow the fish to bake for about 15 minutes. (Thicker pieces of fish may take a bit longer.)
  • Pierce the packet with an instant-read thermometer and gently push the tip of the thermometer into the middle of the fish. The fish is done when it registers 135℉.
  • Place the packet on a plate and serve. You and your guests can open the packet at the table. You will get the full delicious aroma as you open the packet and the steam escapes. Serve with a salad on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 8oz | Calories: 220kcal | Carbohydrates: 12g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Cholesterol: 75mg | Sodium: 560mg | Potassium: 465mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin C: 20mg | Vitamin D: 2µg | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg