Grilled Cod with Spiced Leeks

Ingredients

• Cod fillets 2 x 150g
• Leeks 2 medium
• Olive oil 2 tbsp
• Garlic 2 cloves
• Ground cumin 1 tsp
• Ground coriander 1 tsp
• Smoked paprika 1/2 tsp
• Turmeric 1/4 tsp
• Fresh ginger 1 tsp grated
• Lemon 1/2, juiced
• Fresh coriander small bunch, chopped
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• Lemon wedges for serving

Method

1. Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to a medium-high heat.
2. Trim and slice the leeks into rounds. Heat 1 tbsp of olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Add the leeks and cook gently for 5-7 minutes until softened. Season with salt and pepper, then set aside.
3. Pat the cod fillets dry with kitchen paper. This helps them to get a good sear.
4. In a small bowl, mix the remaining 1 tbsp olive oil with the minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, turmeric, grated ginger, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Stir to combine.
5. Brush or rub this spice mixture all over the cod fillets, ensuring they are well coated.
6. Place the seasoned cod fillets under the preheated grill (or in the hot grill pan). Grill for approximately 4-6 minutes per side, depending on the thickness of the fillets, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
7. To serve, arrange the cooked leeks on serving plates. Top with the grilled cod fillets. Garnish generously with chopped fresh coriander and serve immediately with lemon wedges on the side.