Merluza en Salsa Verde

Mise-en-place

Ingrediënten

De bereidingswijze

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1. 1

   Pat the hake fillets dry with paper towels and season generously with salt and pepper on both sides.

   Ongeveer 2 min

   Tip van de kok: Drying the fish helps it sear better and prevents sticking.

2. 2

   Heat the olive oil in a large, shallow pan or skillet over medium heat.

   Ongeveer 1 min

3. 3

   Add the sliced garlic to the pan and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant but not browned.

   Ongeveer 1 min

   Tip van de kok: Be careful not to burn the garlic, as it can become bitter.

4. 4

   Stir in the all-purpose flour and cook for 30 seconds, stirring constantly, to create a roux.

   Ongeveer 1 min

   Tip van de kok: This helps thicken the sauce slightly.

5. 5

   Pour in the dry white wine and cook for 1-2 minutes, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pan, until the alcohol smell dissipates.

   Ongeveer 2 min

6. 6

   Add the fish stock and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, stirring occasionally.

   Ongeveer 3 min

7. 7

   Carefully place the seasoned hake fillets into the simmering sauce.

   Ongeveer 1 min

   Tip van de kok: Ensure the fish is mostly submerged in the sauce.

8. 8

   Cover the pan and gently simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.

   Ongeveer 10 min

   Tip van de kok: Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of your fillets. Avoid overcooking to keep the fish moist.

9. 9

   Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the fresh parsley.

   Ongeveer 1 min

   Tip van de kok: Adding parsley at the end preserves its fresh flavor and vibrant color.

10. 10

    Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

    Ongeveer 1 min

11. 11

    Serve immediately, spooning plenty of the green sauce over each portion of hake.

    Tip van de kok: This dish pairs wonderfully with boiled potatoes or crusty bread to soak up the sauce.