Best 2 Panko Crusted Petrale Sole With Basil Garlic And Orange Recipes
Embrace the culinary delight of Panko-Crusted Petrale Sole with Basil, Garlic, and Orange, where crispy panko breadcrumbs meet delicate sole fillets, infused with a vibrant blend of flavors. This delectable dish tantalizes taste buds with a harmonious balance of savory and citrusy notes. Dive into a symphony of textures, from the crispy crust to the tender, flaky fish, complemented by a delightful basil-garlic-orange sauce that adds a burst of freshness. Elevate your cooking skills with this gourmet recipe, perfect for a special occasion or an indulgent weeknight meal. Discover the art of preparing this dish, along with variations and additional recipes that explore the versatility of panko-crusted sole. From classic lemon caper sauce to a spicy chili-lime glaze, each recipe offers a unique culinary adventure, promising an unforgettable dining experience.
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PAN-FRIED PETRALE SOLE RECIPE
It may be true that in the eyes of God, all soles are equal. But on the California dinner plate, petrale is king.There are other regional seafood specialties that are equally compelling in their own way and in their own time -- Dungeness crab in dead winter, wild salmon in the spring, fresh sardines, squid, sand dabs and anchovies whenever they're running.But although other fish may compare with petrale, none surpass it. Petrale sole is as good as it gets. The flesh is fine-textured and delicately nutty. There's a tinge of sweetness. And call me a wine geek, but I think there's a subtle minerality to the flavor.Now is the time to enjoy petrale. Though it is available year-round, the fish, primarily caught from Monterey north, have moved into shallower waters for spawning and are practically volunteering to be caught. They are at their most plentiful from January through March.As with any other great ingredient, there is a ladder of preparation you should follow. The first time you fix it, start on the bottom, most basic, rung to best appreciate the flavor. In the case of petrale, brush it with a little butter, broil it and serve it with lemon wedges on the side.Once you've got the taste in your mouth, you can move on to more complicated recipes. The next step I'd recommend is breading it and pan-frying it in butter. Simple as it is, this is a dish to swoon over. I served it last weekend with some tender little turnips that I'd braised with minced shallots. It was incredible with a 2001 Clos du Val Chardonnay, one of the crisper California whites.Breading food for frying is one of those things that makes some people a little nuts. If you're doing it right, it's messy, and if you're doing it wrong, it's awful. You wind up with chunks of coating floating in the fat and nothing left sticking to the fish.The first thing you need to know is that there's more to breading than bread crumbs. You need something to make the bread crumbs stick. The best glue is an egg wash -- just a whole egg and a little water beaten smooth with a fork.But it doesn't matter how much egg wash you use, the crumbs still won't stick if the surface of the filet is wet. You'll just wind up with slightly bigger clumps in the pan.To make sure the surface is good and dry, you need to dredge the fish in flour. That will absorb any surface moisture and ensure a good bond with the egg wash and bread crumbs.It's a three-step process: flour, egg wash and bread crumbs. The pros use just one hand for dipping in the flour, egg wash and bread crumbs, leaving the other free (and clean) to press the coating into place and transfer the food to the fryer. That's a bit too much like rubbing my belly and patting my head at the same time for me, so I just resign myself to having to wash my hands as soon as I'm done.The other trick is to make sure the fat is hot enough before you add the food. If it's not, the coating will soak up all the oil and wind up gloppy and unappetizing. It's easy enough to check: Just touch a corner of the breaded food to the fat. If it's hot enough, you'll hear a delicious sizzling sound. If it's not, wait 20 or 30 seconds more and try again.Frying in butter makes a difference in flavor, but if your conscience won't allow it, peanut oil or corn oil will work well too.There are dishes more complicated than this, but none that taste better. The French culinary lexicon is full of names for sole filets poached and garnished in different ways. Petrale is the best West Coast substitute for any of those.In fact, though we call petrale a sole, it is not. That is only a term of, shall we say, commercial convenience. In the early days, it was a way of selling an unfamiliar product to a transplanted audience, just as red wine from Modesto used to be called Burgundy and blue cheese from Petaluma Roquefort.True sole is a family of North Atlantic fish (Solea) that is not found on our coast. Our flatfish are members primarily of the far-flung halibut and flounder clans.So even though we now have English sole, gray sole, lemon sole, rock sole, yellowfin sole and rex sole (another really good fish, very close to the sand dab), they are all pretenders.This is a matter of more than ichthyologic interest. Perhaps the grossest example of misnaming is the so-called West Cost Dover sole.Now there is a true Dover sole and it is quite a fish -- connoisseurs consider it the king of all flatfish. But unless you're paying more than $20 a pound, that is not the fish you're buying in West Coast fish markets. West Coast Dover is Microstomus pacificus while the Atlantic is Solea solea (so good they had to name it twice!).But you've got to admit that "Dover sole" is far catchier than its other name, slime sole, even though the latter is probably closer to the truth. This sole, particularly when it is caught in deep water, has a tendency to turn to jelly when cooked.I know this from personal experience. Many years ago I was hosting a dinner party and thought I'd do a little Dover sole en papillote -- steamed with aromatic vegetables in individual handmade paper sacks to be opened at the table. When my guests cut open those painstakingly prepared bags, the fish had melted into ... well, we'll leave the description to your imagination.That would never happen with petrale. It may not be a true sole, but it sure knows how to act like one. And in California, that's what counts.
Provided by Russ Parsons
Categories MAINS, FAST, EASY, FISH & SHELLFISH
Time 30m
Yield Serves 4
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Pat both sides of each filet dry with paper towels and season lightly with salt and pepper. If they are very large, cut in half widthwise on the diagonal. The ideal serving size is 3 to 4 ounces per filet.
- Place about 1 cup of flour in the middle of a large dinner plate. Beat the egg with the water in a large flat-bottomed bowl. Put about 2 cups of bread crumbs in the middle of another large dinner plate.
- Working 1 filet at a time, lay the fish in the flour and dust both sides, shaking off any excess. Then dip the fish in the egg wash, coating both sides and wiping with your fingers to remove any excess. Bury the filet in the bread crumbs and press lightly so they adhere. Set the filet aside on a wire baking rack placed over a baking sheet. Repeat to bread all of the filets. (The recipe can be prepared up to this point and refrigerated on the rack over the baking sheet for up to 6 hours.)
- When ready to cook, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. When the butter has melted and finished bubbling, dip a corner of 1 filet into it; it should immediately begin to sizzle. If it does not, remove the fish and let the butter heat a little more. This should only take 20 to 30 seconds more; do not let the butter burn.
- When the butter is hot enough, lay each filet in the skillet, being careful not to crowd the fish. Cook until the underside is golden brown, 4 to 5 minutes. Turn the filets; cook until you can easily slip the point of a sharp knife into the center, 3 to 4 minutes more. Remove to a platter lined with paper towels and keep warm.
- Wipe the pan clean with a paper towel. Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter in the skillet over high heat. When it sizzles, whisk in the lemon juice and parsley.
- Remove the fish from the oven, salt it lightly, and put it on a serving plate. Drizzle with the lemon butter. Serve immediately.
PANKO-CRUSTED SOLE WITH BASIL, GARLIC AND ORANGE
I found this recipe on the Progresso website. I haven't had a chance to try it, but it sounds interesting. This recipe contains panko-crusted sole (or other thin white fish fillets) and is garnished with a mixture of garlic, serrano or jalapeno chiles, basil and grated orange peel.
Provided by Crafty Lady 13
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 22m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In small bowl, mix flour, chili powder, 1 tablespoon salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Line up 3 like-sized baking dishes or shallow bowls. Place flour mixture in first dish. Place beaten eggs in second dish. In third dish, place bread crumbs. To bread fish fillets, coat with flour mixture, dip into eggs, then coat with bread crumbs. Set aside on platter or baking tray.
- In 12-inch nonstick skillet, heat 1/3 cup oil over high heat. Add half of the fillets, cook about 2 minutes or until lightly browned and crisp. Turn fish; cook other side about 1 minute. Remove from skillet to warmed serving platter, cover to keep hot. Cook remaining fillets, adding more oil if neccesary. Move remaining cooked fillets to platter, cover to keep hot.
- Add garlic an chile to hot oil in skillet. Season with salt and pepper. Cook and stir 2 minutes. Add basil; cook and stir 2 minutes to crisp. Toss in orange peel.
- Arrange fillets on serving platter or individual plates, top with the basil, garlic and orange mixture.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557.2, Fat 26, SaturatedFat 4.6, Cholesterol 213.1, Sodium 472.9, Carbohydrate 45.9, Fiber 4.3, Sugar 3.2, Protein 34.3
Tips:
- For crispy panko crumbs, use fresh panko breadcrumbs and season them with salt, pepper, and garlic powder before coating the fish.
- To ensure the fish cooks evenly, make sure the fillets are of uniform thickness. If necessary, use a sharp knife to trim any uneven edges.
- To prevent the fish from sticking to the pan, make sure the pan is hot before adding the fish. You should also use a non-stick pan or spray the pan with cooking spray.
- Cook the fish over medium heat until it is golden brown and flaky. Do not overcrowd the pan, as this will cause the fish to steam instead of fry.
- Serve the fish immediately with your favorite sides, such as rice, vegetables, or a salad.
Conclusion:
Panko-crusted petrale sole is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for any occasion. The crispy panko crumbs and flavorful basil-garlic-orange sauce make this dish a surefire hit. Serve it with your favorite sides for a complete meal.
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