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    • Poached Mullet with Tomato-Basil Sauce

    Mark Sharron
    Easy
    45 minutes
    02-Apr
    Poached Mullet with Tomato-Basil Sauce is a classic Mediterranean dish that combines the flavours of fresh fish and tomatoes with the fragrant aroma of basil. This simple yet flavorful dish is easy to prepare and can be served as an appetizer or main course. It is a healthy and nutritious dish that is sure to please the palate. The combination of flavours makes this a unique and delicious dish that is sure to become a favourite.
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    Ingredients

    • 4 mullet fillets (about 6 ounces each)
    • 2 tablespoons olive oil
    • 1 large onion, chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced
    • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
    • 1/4 cup dry white wine
    • 1/4 teaspoon salt
    • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
    • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
    • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
    • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese

    Method

    • Step-by-Step Method for Poached Mullet with Tomato-Basil Sauce
    • Bring mullet fillets to room temperature by setting out for 15 minutes
    • Pat mullet fillets dry with paper towel and set aside
    • Pour olive oil into a large skillet or sauté pan and set over medium heat
    • Add chopped onion to the pan and sauté until translucent, about 4 minutes
    • Add minced garlic and stir continuously until fragrant, about 1 minute
    • Add diced tomatoes with their juices to the pan, stir to combine
    • Pour in dry white wine, oregano, salt, and black pepper, stirring gently
    • Bring tomato mixture to a simmer and maintain at a gentle bubble for 8 minutes
    • Taste sauce, adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if desired
    • Lower heat to low, gently nestle mullet fillets into the sauce, skin side up if skin-on
    • Cover the pan and poach fish gently, spooning sauce occasionally over fillets, until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 8-10 minutes
    • While fish is poaching, chop fresh basil and grate Parmesan if not already prepared
    • Once fish is cooked, carefully transfer fillets to serving plates using a fish spatula
    • Stir chopped basil into the tomato sauce off-heat
    • Spoon generous amount of tomato-basil sauce over each mullet fillet
    • Garnish each portion with grated Parmesan cheese just before serving
    • Serve immediately with warmed plates for optimal temperature and presentation
    • Optional: Sprinkle a few additional fresh basil leaves or a drizzle of olive oil on top for enhanced aroma and color
    • Pair with a crisp side salad or steamed vegetables if desired, keeping accompaniments light to highlight the mullet and sauce
    • Present dish with sauce partially covering fish for visual contrast and texture exposure