It may be a month before the Christmas dinners begin, but nothing stops you from starting to practice with one of the typical dishes. Today we have a quintet of delights prepared with the most famous fish of this season, the flagship product of countries like Portugal and one of the most awaited ingredients of the Christmas season. Here we present our top 5: recipes with cod. Cod in Vizcaina Sauce. This is one of the most typical recipes of our Mexican Christmas. It is actually a simple stew with the usual flavors: tomato, garlic, onion, parsley, but what makes it special is the flavor that the cod brings. All together, it’s an explosion of flavor that tastes just as good for dinner as it does the next day for leftovers. In fact, if you decide to have a picnic on the 25th, cod in Vizcaina sauce sandwiches will be the star, we assure you.

Cod with Tomato Sauce and Clams. If you love the taste of the sea, here’s an elegant recipe that will impress the whole family, not only for its delicate flavor but also for its stunning presentation. Mint and tarragon give a light touch of flavor and aroma that will envelop the entire house.

Baked Cod with Oranges and Olives. It’s not always about making typical recipes; innovation is also allowed, and this preparation is exactly what it proposes. The recipe is simple and the plating is minimalist, so if you want to host an elegant dinner more akin to high-end restaurants, this is the alternative. The colors of the orange, red onion, and olives play with the white of the fish, and accompanied by a bit of white wine, this will probably be the dish of the night.

Cod Croquettes. At first glance, this may seem like the cod version for kids, and they definitely love it, but it can also be an appetizer for all adults if you don’t want to cook too many main dishes. The preparation is simple, but the result is crispy and full of flavor; you can serve them as a side dish or as a snack when your guests arrive.

Gourmet Cod. Now, if what you seek is to show off your culinary skills without forgetting the flavor of the dish, then this is the alternative. Just the presentation (as you can see in the photo) looks restaurant-quality, but the flavor is also worthy of a five-star menu. There are several ingredients you will use for this recipe, but each has its own reason and purpose; in the end, you will realize that it works perfectly.