José Pizarro's bacalao, or cod, recipe is inspired by the Rioja region of Spain, capturing the sunshine with a vibrant tomato and pepper sauce to complement the delicate, flaky fish.
Once cool enough to handle, rub off the skins with a kitchen cloth. Transfer to a blender and blitz until smooth
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Add 2cm depth of olive oil to a saucepan and heat to 160°C. Add the sliced garlic and fry until golden brown and crispy. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain any excess oil
Carefully turn the fillets over, add the tomato and pepper sauce to the pan and continue to cook until the cod is cooked through and flakes easily
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Serve in deep bowls with the sauce poured over, a drizzle of olive oil, a few cress shoots and pickled chilli peppers, if liked. Serve the crispy garlic on the side to be sprinkled on at the table