The name Alaska black cod would suggest to most people a meaty, gamey fish with dark flesh, but that is simply because the name is a bit of a misnomer. Alaska black cod is actually a delectable white fish that comes directly from the Alaskan Seaboard, right off of the coast of our most northern state. It is one of the simplest and most delicious kinds of fish that you could ever hope to prepare. It makes for a delicious weeknight meal for your family, and will provide flavors that the entire family will love. This recipe can be adapted to other white fishes as well.
The first thing that you need to consider when deciding to cook Alaska black cod for dinner is that fish is always best when it is fresh. This is not something that you want to skimp on, because the quality of the fish will really affect the taste.
Once you have your cut of Alaska black cod selected, you want to turn on the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit, placing an oven-safe dish inside of the oven to preheat as well (anything labeled as Pyrex should be fine). You want the baking dish to heat up because then when you place the fish on it to bake, it will seal in the juices as it will already be hot. Next, you want to “wash” the piece of fish in the freshly squeezed juice of a lemon. This is a great tip for any fish that you might want to prepare, as the citrus adds a great depth of flavors.
Next, you want to make a little marinade with which to coat the fish. Blend together a bit of olive oil, sage, and tarragon, whisking slightly with your fork. Spread it over both sides of the piece of fish, preferably with a cooking brush if you have it so that the marinade spreads evenly. Once the oven is preheated, remove the baking dish, place the fish on top, and bake for 25-30 minutes. You can serve it with a side of rice and some vegetables like Brussels sprouts or asparagus.