Name: Saffron and Lemon Portuguese Fried Fish with Tomato and Onion
Total time: 37 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: Portuguese
Ingredients: 500g cod fillets; 2 medium tomatoes; 1 small onion; 1 cup long-grain rice; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp dried oregano; salt to taste; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1/2 tsp saffron threads; 1 tbsp lemon zest

Method

Soak saffron in a little water, then mix into olive oil. 1: After cooking, sprinkle lemon zest over the fish and relish.
Rinse cod fillets and pat dry. Season with salt and a squeeze of lemon juice.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Fry cod fillets for 3-4 minutes per side until golden and flaky.
While fish cooks, dice tomatoes and onion. Toss with olive oil, oregano, and a pinch of salt. Add lemon juice for brightness.
Cook rice according to package instructions, keeping it separate from other components.
Serve hot fish with tomato-onion relish and steamed rice on the side.
Cook fish and seafood to an internal temperature of 63°C (145°F) before serving.