Tuesday, 5 February 2013

Mustard cod with curly kale.


 I was so delighted to find one of my favourite vegetables, curly kale, on the market this weekend, something we don't see often in France.  I was even more happy it was on the organic stand that has, over the last fourteen years, grown to three times its market pitch with the longest queue this weekend!

For two...

340 g /12 oz cod (skinned and fillet weight)
300 g /10 1/2 oz curly kale (you may want less if you want to serve rice or potatoes with it)
3 red onions
2 tablespoons of mustard (1 grainy and 1 smooth)
1 tablespoon of breadcrumbs

I simply mixed the two mustards, spread on to the top and sides of the 2 pieces of cod, sprinkle them with the breadcrumbs and seasoned.  Roast in an oven at 200°c /400°f for 12-14 minutes and let stand for 3 minutes.

Slice the onions and fry for about 15 minutes on a low heat until browned.  For the kale (as it was small and tender), I just cut down the length of each stalk so you have two halves.  Bring a pot of water to the boil with a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda (to keep it bright green) and put the kale in and cook for 5 minutes. Plunge into cold water and shake off the excess water and place on kitchen paper to dry. In a frying pan/skillet with the precooked red onions, cook together with the kale, mixing well for about 4 minutes.


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  1. prince snow farm5 February 2013 at 20:25

    This looks so good Ivan. I love cod, and kale is one of my favorite veggies. My son has requested kale chips one afternoon this week. Have you ever had kale soup (Portuguese style)?

    Thanks for the healthy dinner option!

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 06:04

      Hello,
      I also love eating cod. No, I will have to look up the soup, thanks! I usually have to ask my parents usually to bring kale over from the UK. We have seeds to plant this year!
      Ivan

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    2. prince snow farm6 February 2013 at 14:46

      http://www.tastebook.com/recipes/2077626-New-Bedford-Portuguese-Kale-Soup

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    3. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 20:43

      Hello,
      Thank you so much, looks wonderful and I shall be making this for sure. My kind of soup!
      Ivan :)

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  2. Fundy Blue5 February 2013 at 20:28

    Hi Ivan!
    The cod recipe looks delicious and easy. That or the honey, lemon, and rosemary cupcakes is what I'm going to tackle next.
    I've never dared to taste kale; I'll have to think about that! Is bicarbonate of soda baking soda?
    I hope you are having a good day!

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 06:09

      Hello Louise,
      The kale has to be tried once and yes, you can use baking soda (almost the same). Make the cup cakes also, in case you don't like the kale!!
      Ivan

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  3. Razmataz5 February 2013 at 20:45

    I am not sure that even you could make a fish lover Ivan. It looks good, but I'm afraid I'm afraid of fish.

    I love your blog header today.

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    1. Woodside Park5 February 2013 at 21:16

      I used to be afraid of fish. Perhaps try a lighter one like flounder? Do give it another try :)
      Loi

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    2. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 06:15

      Hello Chania (and Loi)
      I would love to find a fish you liked, there are many textures and tastes. Dover sole or lemon sole are a good start also. Do you like things like smoked salmon or shell fish?
      Thanks, the header is for Valentines day (bit early but them some of us even have our gift already!!! LOL).
      Ivan

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  4. greenthumb6 February 2013 at 01:57

    Sounds lovely, I have never tried kale.

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 06:17

      Hello Jill,
      Thank you, I was wondering if you can get it easily there? It's really worth trying it if you can find it.
      Ivan

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  5. Terry6 February 2013 at 02:46

    David and I eat a lot of fish - I will try this! I've never had kale - there's only one way to find out if we'll like it, so we'll give it a go. Fun!

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 06:21

      Hello Terry,
      The kale is really good with fish. It has a good taste to it and the onions add a slight sweetness which balances out the kale added to the softness of the fish with the kick of mustard... altogether yum!!
      Ivan

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  6. Marina in Blue6 February 2013 at 08:03

    Wonderful Ivan! My husband has just seen the photo and he has loved it, So we have to cook it soon.

    Thank you

    Marina

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 20:45

      Hello Marina,
      Thank you, I am very pleased you both like this dish. Hope you have fun making it!
      Ivan

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  7. Jane and Lance Hattatt6 February 2013 at 08:53

    Hello Ivan:
    All fresh fish, and cod in particular, is something which we much enjoy. For obvious reasons it is in somewhat short supply here in Hungary and so is something which we much look forward to on our visits to the United Kingdom. The mustard topping sounds to be a most imaginative and delicious twist.

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 20:53

      Hello Jane and Lance,

      Thank you for stopping by, I am happy you like this dish and hope you get try it out once you return to Brighton. I am sure you have lots of other wonderful dishes while in Hungary and the fish all the more sweeter and special, when you return to the United Kingdom!
      Ivan

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  8. Harriet6 February 2013 at 18:29

    Ivan, Kale has been the de rigeur vegetable in the States for the last year. Every restaurant has its own version of kale salad! Frankly, it's a bit overkill, but this looks delicious and I'm going to give it a try, especially since Charlie and I love cod. I'd be happy to send you kale--or any other seeds! Harriet

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 21:01

      Hello Harriet,

      I have seen it in magazines a lot, but I have yet to try a salad of kale. I would eat this as a child through choice!! We are seed shopping Friday and will let you know if I can't get my 'brandy wine' tomatoes - but you have to come and eat them! (I need a photo of 'the' monk's dish + colour).
      Love Ivan x

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  9. Linda6 February 2013 at 19:48

    Ivan,

    Yummy cod and kale! One of my favorite cuisine duos. We take it for granted that kale is available here year round--I love to make kale chips in the oven for treats.

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 21:06

      Hello Linda,

      Happy you like this dish as I do, I think I was smiling while eating it!! I have read about kale chips, so I will make some now I have a source! Hope you are having a nice week!
      Ivan x

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  10. Gary6 February 2013 at 20:01

    Ivan,
    I adore curly kale, must be a southern united states thing, and can not wait to try this recipe out. Thanks so much for sharing it with us. – gary

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 21:11

      Hello Gary,

      Thank you for dropping by. I am very glad you like this combination and maybe serving this out in your new dinning room!
      Best wishes,
      Ivan

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  11. Jim6 February 2013 at 22:16

    Triple YUM! We love cod, kale and mustard! And this recipe looks good. Now to find some fresh cod......shouldn't be too difficult as we are surrounded almost by water!! Thanks for this Ivan.

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    1. A Normandy kitchen6 February 2013 at 22:35

      Hello Jim,
      I feel the same way, it was a nice balance of texture, taste and flavour. Hope you enjoy it! I imagine you get good fresh fish where you are?
      Ivan

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  12. Emm7 February 2013 at 04:39

    Perfect, I just bought some cod the other day and it's in the freezer. Now I know how I'll cook it; thanks! For kale-tryers, a caution to buy organic and very fresh; the stuff sold in grocery stores, esp in the US, is like cardboard.

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    1. A Normandy kitchen8 February 2013 at 05:25

      Hello Emm,
      Thanks, happy you might like this, I loved the different elements together coming together. Thank you for the tip also!
      Ivan

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  13. Gillian Roe7 February 2013 at 19:17

    This looks amazing. I loathed kale as a child but have been buying it a lot this month. It's so good for you. This looks like a wonderful dish - light and healthy but filling too.

    Gillian x

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    1. A Normandy kitchen8 February 2013 at 05:27

      Hello Gillian,
      Thank you, it's also easy to get ready for a dinner party; as you can prep it all in advance (half cook the kale too).
      Ivan

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