Merlu Fillet With Fennel
In this recipe, flaky merlu fillets are elevated with the vibrant flavors of citrus, aromatic fennel, and briny olives. The fish is first salted to firm up the flesh before being baked to perfection, resulting in a dish that is as visually stunning as it is delicious. The combination of zesty lemon and lime, along with fragrant basil, creates a symphony of tastes that will tantalize your taste buds. Enjoy this simple yet elegant seafood dish that celebrates the freshness of the ingredients.
— Constant Cookbook
Ingredients
- 3 full length merlu fillets with skin on
- 1 fennel
- 1 lemon
- 1 lime
- Handful of olives
- Olive oil
- Basil leaves shredded
Instructions
- Heat oven to 180C. Salt fillets both sides and refrigerate for at least few hours. This firms up flesh. When ready to cook wipe flesh with paper towel to remove excess salt
- Line baking tray with medium sliced lemon and fennel. Lay fillets on. Cover with lime slices, lime juice, fennel, olives, basil. Drizzle well with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
- Bake for 25 to 35 mins, basting occasionally
Yield
Serves 4
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