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    Published: Aug 6, 2020 · Modified: Feb 9, 2022 by Claire · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate I earn from qualifying purchases · Leave a Comment

    Honey quinoa crusted cod

    If you're looking for a 'few ingredient' fish dish then this honey quinoa crusted cod is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner. The topping uses pantry staples of honey, pumpkin seeds, quinoa and herbs and is super simple, but super flavourful!

    honey quinoa crusted cod on a white plate with butternut squash and broccoli.

    A fish dinner always goes down well in my home, and is so healthy too. If you love fish, then you may also like to see my sweet potato and ginger fish cakes and baked cod with pesto. Both tasty dinner ideas!

    This recipe is inspired by Simply Quinoa's honey almond crusted salmon, but with swaps and substitutions to make it suitable for a low histamine diet.

    This post contains affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. This is at no extra cost to you, and is much appreciated support towards the running of the blog.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    Full of flavour. The honey gives such a nice sweetness, without being overpowering.

    Gluten free crust. Using quinoa rather than breadcrumbs means this fish dish is gluten free.

    Uses frozen fish. No worries about having fresh fish to hand, just raid the freezer!

    Ingredients

    This quinoa crusted cod recipe is made from the freezer with the fish, and items always in my pantry, so it's perfect for one of those 'oops, haven't been to the store for a bit' kind of nights! You will need:

    • Frozen cod: a pantry (or freezer, rather!) staple in my house.
    • Quinoa: for the crust. The Terrasoul organic quinoa is good.
    • Honey: for a touch of sweetness.
    • Pumpkin seeds: for some extra crunch for the topping. The Terrasoul organic pumpkin seeds are good.
    • Herbs: use dried herbs, either a mix or a preferred herb.

    Make sure to check the recipe card below for the full ingredients and instructions!

    Step by step instructions

    Step 1

    Bake the cod in an ovenproof dish for around 15 minutes.

    STEP 2

    Cook the quinoa and then mix in the herbs, honey, pumpkin seeds, salt and pepper.

    STEP 3

    Remove the fish from the oven and pat the quinoa mixture on top. Return to the oven for a further 15 minutes, or until white throughout and thoroughly cooked.

    crusted cod in a white dish on a white tea cloth with a blue stripe.

    Frequently asked questions

    Do I have to cook the fish before adding the crust?

    Yes, this recipe uses frozen fish, so it is necessary to cook it through first.

    Do I have to cook the quinoa before using as a crust?

    The quinoa has to be cooked. It won't have any liquid to cook in if you simply add it to the fish. Just follow packet instructions for the cook time.

    How can I tell if the fish is properly cooked?

    It should be white throughout, with no pink areas.

    honey quinoa crusted cod on a white plate with squash and broccoli.

    More fish dishes to enjoy

    Italian herb crusted cod

    Baked cod with mango salsa

    Honey ginger baked cod

    Sweet potato fish cakes

    Baked cod with a pistachio crust

    I’m always in the kitchen, so come join me on Instagram, Facebook and Pinterest to be the first to hear of new recipes. And please do leave a star rating if you tried the recipe!

    honey quinoa crusted cod on a white plate with broccoli and squash.

    Honey quinoa crusted cod

    Claire
    This honey quinoa crusted cod is a lovely flavourful recipe that is perfect for a weekday dinner along with your favourite vegetables and perhaps some sweet potato wedges too. Using frozen fish and pantry staples, it is a simple recipe that combines only five ingredients for the crust. Serves 2 people.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 30 mins
    Total Time 40 mins
    Course Dinner, Lunch, Main Dish
    Cuisine American, British
    Servings 2 people

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cod fillets frozen
    • ⅛ cup quinoa dry weight, cooked
    • 1 tablespoon honey
    • 1 tablespoon pumpkin seeds
    • 1 teaspoon dried herbs
    • pinch pink himalayan salt

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the oven to 200C. Once at temperature place your fish fillets in an ovenproof dish, cover with aluminium foil and bake for 15 minutes.
    • While the fish is baking cook your quinoa, then mix in honey, pumpkin seeds, herbs and salt.
    • Remove the fish from the oven and pat the quinoa mixture on top. Return to the oven and bake for another 15-20 minutes or until cooked through.
    • Serve immediately and enjoy!

    Notes

    • If you aren't a fan of pumpkin seeds you can simply omit from the recipe.
    • For more of a crunch, crush the pumpkin seeds with the back of a spoon or whizz for a few seconds in a blender.
    • There will be excess liquid from cooking the fish, you can discard this when you remove it from the oven to add the topping if you wish to.
     

    Swiss Interest Group Histamine Intolerance (SIGHI) food compatibility list for histamine

    All ingredients in this honey quinoa crusted cod recipe score 0 on the SIGHI list, however, note the discussion around fish as above. Use low histamine herbs, or just one herb of your choice such as basil or thyme.
     
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    Hi, I’m Claire. After a diagnosis of MCAS I began to follow a low histamine diet, which has helped me manage my symptoms. Here I hope to show that a restrictive diet can still be full of flavourful meals, and help you enjoy being creative in the kitchen.

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