Bacalhau com crosta de especiarias

Ingredientes

• 2 tbsp smoked paprika
• 2 tbsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp garlic powder
• 2 tsp black pepper
• 2 tsp cayenne pepper
• 2 tsp oregano (optional)
• 4 cod fillets ((Note 2))
• Sea or kosher salt
• 2 tbsp groundnut or canola oil

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Mix the smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, black pepper and cayenne pepper in a separate bowl. You can also use the same quantity of ready made blackened seasoning.

2. 2

   Dry the cod fillets with kitchen paper to remove any excess moisture.

3. 3

   Sprinkle the cod fillets with salt on both sides.

4. 4

   Then place each fillet into the blackened seasoning mixture. Turn over to ensure the fillets have an even covering of seasoning all both sides.

5. 5

   Place a frying pan on a high heat and add the oil.

6. 6

   When the oil is hot, add the cod fillets and cook for 4-6 minutes on each side. (notes 3, 4 & 5)

7. 7

   Remove the fillets from the pan when they are done and serve immediately.

8. 8

   Air fryer method:

9. 9

   Follow steps 1-6 above then air fry the seasoned cod fillets at 180 C or 350F for approximately 7 mins, turning halfway