Pan-seared Cod

I love making simple food at home that's packed with lots of flavor. Like this one. Pan seared cod with sautéed spinach, sausage and shallots. I rendered the sausage and reserved the fat so that I could pan sear the cod. Next, I slice a shallot, chopped some garlic, added the cooked pork, then tossed in the spinach and cooked until the spinach is wilted. I often add a 1/4 cup of white wine to the pan with the spinach mixture during the cooking so that the alcohol burns off. Add salt and pepper to taste. Next, I take cod and pat dry. It sears better when the flesh and skin are as dry as possible. Salt and pepper, then add to the hot pan of rendered pork fat. Cook until brown.

Anchor Oyster Bar, San Francisco

Situated in the heart of the Castro in San Francisco on Castro Street, Anchor Oyster Bar serves fresh, delicious seafood that is sure to please the palate! The menu is very simple and straightforward, and offers items from shellfish to oyster cocktails, fresh fish, chowders and San Francisco's famed Cioppino...and let's not forget the delicious garlic bread for dipping. A blackboard surrounded by fishing paraphernalia hangs over the bar and lists the daily specials, which include several main courses, chowders and seafood pasta. Anchor is small and there's always a wait. This little neighborhood gem seats about 8 at the bar, and 5 tables, each seating about 4 people. The food is so amazing though, and well worth the wait.

The chef (yes, 1 chef and 1 assistant!) is AMAZING! Cooks in a tiny kitchen that is open to the dining area. It's rather mesmerizing to watch such delicious masterpieces get cooked and plated right before your eyes!

579 Castro St
(between 18th St & 19th St)
San Francisco, CA 94114
Neighborhood: Castro

(415) 431-3990

www.anchoroysterbar.com