This Hairy Bikers cod collection proves why Si and Dave remain fan favourites in British home cooking. This curated list features their most trusted cod recipes, from rich, oven-baked dishes to global flavours like miso and chorizo. Each recipe is verified, flavorful, and made for everyday cooks seeking authentic Hairy Bikers inspiration.
1. Roast Cod with Lentils
Roast cod with lentils and chorizo is a Spanish-inspired dish. Cod loin fillets are roasted with thyme then served with puy lentils, cherry tomatoes and cooking chorizo. This cod and chorizo recipe features tender fish and smoky sausage .
2. Miso-baked black cod
Miso-baked black cod combines sweet-savoury miso with succulent cod. Thick black cod fillets marinate in miso, sake, ginger and garlic, then are baked and grilled until golden-brown. The result is a baked cod dish with a golden crust and delicate, flaky fish .
3. Cod with chorizo and white beans
In this one-pot stew, cod loin steaks simmer with chunks of chorizo, red peppers, onions and white beans. The sauce cooks gently and the cod is steamed on top until just cooked. It’s a cod and chorizo dish with tender vegetables and rich, smoky flavours .
4. Baked fish with chorizo crust
A simple baked cod dish where white fish fillets are topped with a crust made from diced chorizo, bread, garlic, parsley and Parmesan. The fish is baked until the chorizo crust turns crisp. Lime zest and juice brighten the rich topping .
5. Spicy Fish and Chips
This oven-cooked fish and chips is a spicy twist on a British classic. Skinless cod fillets are coated in flour, turmeric, cardamom, curry powder and panko breadcrumbs. They’re baked alongside cumin-spiced potato chunks, making a one-tray cod recipe baked entirely in the oven .
6. South Indian dry masala fish curry with tomato and coconut chutney
The Hairy Bikers’ South Indian dry masala fish curry begins by marinating cod fillets with yoghurt, garam masala, mustard seeds, coriander, cumin, chilli and cardamom. A tomato and coconut chutney is simmered until thick and sticky. The fish is pan-fried until golden and topped with the chutney .
7. Masala fish curry with chutney
This GoodToKnow recipe, credited to the Hairy Bikers, mirrors their South Indian dry fish curry. Cod fillets are marinated in yoghurt, garam masala, mustard seeds, coriander, cumin and chilli. A coconut-tomato chutney is simmered until sticky, and the fish is fried until golden .
8. Spicy fish and chips
Telegraph’s version of the Hairy Bikers’ spicy fish and chips credits the duo and follows their easy oven method. Cod fillets are coated in spiced flour, dipped in egg and panko, then baked on top of cumin-roasted potato chunks. A pea and coriander purée completes this oven-baked cod dish .
9. Roasted cod with Parma ham and peppers and wilted spinach
Roasted cod with Parma ham and peppers wraps thick cod fillets in Parma ham and tops them with breadcrumbs, Parmesan and parsley. The cod is baked with roasted red and yellow peppers, courgettes and onions until the ham crisps and the breadcrumbs are lightly browned, then served with wilted spinach .
10. Miso-baked black cod
Saturday Kitchen’s miso-baked black cod marinates thick fillets in white miso, sake, garlic, ginger and sugar. The fish is baked then briefly grilled until golden-brown and served with steamed Chinese greens and a sesame-soy sauce .
11. Cod Wrapped In Parma Ham
This savory cod wrapped in Parma ham features flaky cod fillets enveloped in paper-thin slices of Parma ham and speckled with fresh basil. Once pan-seared until the ham crisps, the cod is finished in the oven so the ham gives a crisp, salty crust while keeping the fish moist.
12. Cod And Chorizo Stew
This spicy one-pot stew combines flaky cod fillets with smoky chorizo, red bell pepper, onion, garlic in a rich tomato sauce. The cod is gently simmered until opaque and served with parsley. The balance between smoky sausage and tender fish gives depth to this simple stew.
13. Smoked Fish & Eggs
This smoky shakshuka-style dish uses smoked cod (or haddock) in a spiced tomato base with red peppers, spinach, garlic, and herbs, then topped with eggs, crème fraîche, and grated cheese. The eggs cook gently until whites set and yolks remain runny, giving a rich, comforting one-pan meal.
These verified Hairy Bikers recipes cover classic and adventurous cod dishes. For more ideas, explore the Hairy Bikers’ Lamb Neck Fillet collection or their hearty Beef Recipes.
