Glistening, caramel-hued chicory halves sit side-by-side with an ample portion of creamy, flaky salt cod brandade. A sprinkle of fresh thyme leaves and a drizzle of lemon garlic aioli add bursts of green and white, and a dash of black cracked pepper completes the picture. The dish is served on a rustic red clay dish, enhancing its warm, inviting ambiance.

Creamy Roasted Chicory & Salt Cod Brandade

Name: Creamy Roasted Chicory & Salt Cod Brandade
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 whole chicory halved (down the middle); 200g salt cod soaked overnight; 3 cloves of garlic crushed; 1/2 lemon juiced; 4 sprigs of fresh thyme; 2 tablespoon cooking cream; 2 tablespoons olive oil; to taste Salt; to taste Freshly cracked black pepper

A comforting French dish with a chicory twist.

Category Main Course

Prep 30 minutes

Cook 60 minutes

Style French

Technique Roasting

Diet Friendly Pescatarian

Daily recipe · February 09, 2025

A little about this dish

For this recipe, we're putting a unique spin on a classic French dish. The nutty bitterness of chicory is expertly balanced with creamy, salted cod and fragrant thyme, delivering a dish that is warming, flavorful and perfect for a chilly day.

Ingredients (for 2)

Whole chicory — 2 — halved (down the middle)
Salt cod — 200g — soaked overnight
Cloves of garlic — 3 — crushed
Lemon — 1/2 — juiced
Sprigs of fresh thyme — 4
Cooking cream — 2 tablespoon
Olive oil — 2 tablespoons
Salt — to taste
Freshly cracked black pepper — to taste

Preparation

Step 1 — 🌡️⏲️🔥

Preheat the oven to 180°C / 356°F.
Step 2 — 🥬💧🔥

Place the chicory halves on a roasting tray, drizzle with half the olive oil, a squeeze of lemon juice, and seasoning. Roast for 40 minutes, until tender and lightly caramelized.
Step 3 — 🐟💦🍳

Rinse the soaked salt cod. Put it in a saucepan, cover with water, and simmer for 15-20 minutes until it becomes flaky.
Step 4 — 🍚💧🐟

Drain the cod while keeping a cup of the liquid aside. Flake the cod into a bowl and remove any bones.
Step 5 — 🍳🧄🥛

Heat remaining olive oil in a saucepan and sauté one garlic clove. Add cream, simmer for 2 minutes, then add in the flaked cod. Mix thoroughly and adjust seasoning.
Step 6 — 🥣🍋🥢

Mash the cod mixture coarsely, adding a spoonful of reserved poaching liquid for a creamier consistency. Stir in a tablespoon of the lemon juice.
Step 7 — 🍽️🥬🔥

Arrange the roasted chicory on each plate, top each half with a generous serving of the salt cod brandade. Serve hot.

A final fox tip

This dish not only tastes great but also provides a wealth of vitamins like Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Magnesium, and Potassium from the cod. Chicory is a great source of inulin, a type of prebiotic fiber that has been linked to increased weight loss and improved gut health. You can also introduce a side of crusty French baguette for a complete meal.