Description
A Mediterranean-inspired sandwich featuring flaky cod fillets layered with garlicky tomato sauce on toasted focaccia bread, finished with fresh greens. A rustic, flavorful meal perfect for lunch or dinner.
Ingredients
- 2–4 cod fillets (fresh or thawed)
- 4 pieces focaccia bread, sliced into sandwich portions
- 3 tbsp olive oil, divided
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes or tomato passata
- 1 tbsp tomato paste
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- 1 tsp lemon juice (optional)
- 1 cup arugula or baby spinach (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Heat 1 tbsp olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and sauté until softened.
- Add garlic and cook 30 seconds, then stir in tomato paste. Cook for 1–2 minutes.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper. Simmer for 10–15 minutes, then stir in basil or parsley.
- Pat cod fillets dry and season with salt and pepper. Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a separate skillet over medium-high heat. Sear cod 3–4 minutes per side until golden and flaky. Add lemon juice if desired.
- Lightly toast focaccia slices.
- Spread tomato sauce on the bottom focaccia slices, top with cod, extra sauce if desired, and arugula or spinach. Cover with top focaccia slices.
- Serve warm with extra sauce on the side.
Notes
- Focaccia is ideal, but ciabatta or sourdough can be substituted.
- Add mozzarella or burrata for a cheesy variation.
- Cod can be swapped with haddock, tilapia, or halibut.
- Assemble sandwiches fresh to prevent bread from becoming soggy.
- For a crispy variation, press the sandwich in a panini press or skillet.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 55mg
