Cod in Leek Leaf

Name: Cod in Leek Leaf
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: Cod 10.5 oz; Pumpkin 0.6 cup; Leeks 2 leaves; Thyme to taste; Dill to taste; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Extra virgin olive oil 3 tbsp

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316

Calories per serving

Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Energy Kcal 316
Carbohydrates g 6.3
of which sugars g 5.5
Protein g 25
Fats g 21.2
of which saturated fat g 3.21
Fiber g 2.1
Cholesterol mg 73
Sodium mg 691

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Serving: 2
Note you will need oven cooking bags

PRESENTATION

Cod in leek leaf is like a modern twist on the classic Italian fish dish, cod en papillote. Instead of the usual paper wrap, you use leek leaves—super tasty. They give the dish a fresh and earthy aroma right when you open it. Really nice, right? In Italy, baked cod recipes are all the rage, but this version is unique. It includes slices of sweet pumpkin and a handful of herbs. The aim? Keep that cod moist and let those veggie flavors mix perfectly inside the packet. You end up with a dish that looks fancy, but it's actually pretty simple.

This method reflects the Italian tradition of wrapping fish, but using leek? It's a cool, light touch you don’t see often. The golden pumpkin is a game-changer. It melts slightly, blending with the cod wrapped in leek to keep everything soft yet never heavy. And you know what? When you slice open that bundle, the first hit of steamy herb aroma is incredible—people lean in for a closer sniff. Across different regions of Italy, folks might swap out herbs or try other veggies. But the core idea stays the same: gentle cooking that keeps the fish tender and locks in all those juicy flavors.

This style of cod in parchment is popular for family gatherings or whenever you want something impressive but easy. It’s one of those healthy cod recipes that feels special—light, fresh and just a bit different from your average fish dinner. With just a few ingredients and the right wrap, you create a meal that really really stirs up your senses. And the bright presentation? Also, super simple prep makes it a favorite for both casual dinners and special occasions alike. Plus, it’s impressive without all the work. For real.

How to prepare Cod in Leek Leaf

To make the cod in leek leaf, take the pumpkin and cut it into slices, remove the peel 1, then cut it into cubes about 1 cm 2 and set aside. Get 2 sheets of parchment paper for oven cooking, lay one sheet on a work surface, then slit the leek lengthwise and peel it, remove the outermost leaves and choose two leaves large enough to wrap the cod. Take a leek leaf, wash it, dry it, and lay it on the parchment paper 3,

place the two cod fillets on the leaf 4, season with thyme leaves, salt 5, pepper, then roll the leaf around the fillets 6

completely wrapping them and keeping the seam on the bottom 7. Place the roll in the center of the parchment paper, also add the pumpkin cubes on the sides, salt, pepper 8, and season with dill 9.

Finally, drizzle with olive oil 10. Now close the sheet into a bundle (11-12)

and wrap a string around 13 so that it remains well sealed. With the indicated quantities, you will obtain two bundles, place them on a baking tray 14 and bake in a preheated static oven at 375°F for 35 minutes. After cooking, take the cod in leek leaf out of the oven, unwrap the parchment, and serve the dish hot 15.