ROCK FISH AND SPINACH GRATIN
This recipe is based on a traditional Provençal salt cod and spinach gratin. I use fresh rock fish, like snapper or cod. Fish symbolizes good luck in many cultures, and the greens represent money. The dish tastes rich and creamy, but there is no cream or butter in it.
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories casseroles, one pot, side dish
Time 1h15m
Yield Serves four to six
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of generously salted water to a boil, and add the spinach. Blanch for 30 seconds, and transfer to a bowl of ice water. Drain and squeeze dry, taking the spinach up by the handful. Chop finely, and set aside.
- Heat 2 tablespoons of the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat, and add the shallot. Cook, stirring, until tender, about 3 minutes, and stir in the flour. Cook, stirring, for several minutes, until the mixture begins to color slightly. Remove from the heat. Whisk in the milk all at once. Return to the heat, and cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture simmers and thickens. Turn the heat to low, and simmer, stirring or whisking often, for 15 minutes. There should be no floury taste. Add salt and freshly ground pepper to taste, and stir in the garlic and a touch of nutmeg if desired. Stir in the chopped spinach. Taste, and add more salt and pepper as desired.
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees. Oil a 2-quart gratin or baking dish. Place the fish fillets in a steamer above 1 inch of boiling water and steam for 5 minutes. Remove from the heat. The fillets should be opaque. Break the fish into small pieces, and remove any bones.
- Spoon a thin layer of the creamed spinach over the bottom of the dish, and top with the fish in one layer. Season the fish with salt and pepper. Spoon the remaining creamed spinach over the fish. Top with the breadcrumbs. Drizzle on the remaining tablespoon of olive oil. Place in the oven, and bake for 20 minutes until it is sizzling and beginning to brown.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 234, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 16 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 23 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 760 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
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Bongani MAkgethi
[email protected]This is the best rock fish dish I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again and again.
JackRahbbit
[email protected]Overall, I thought this dish was good, but not great. I would probably make it again, but I would make some changes to the recipe.
Greg Grono
[email protected]I would have liked the recipe to include more detailed instructions on how to cook the rock fish.
Bianca Pienaar
[email protected]This dish is perfect for a special occasion. It's elegant and delicious.
Rafi Alonzz
[email protected]I'm definitely going to be making this dish again. It's a new family favorite!
Jerry Peevy
[email protected]I added some extra garlic and lemon to the recipe and it turned out fantastic.
Samia Rob
[email protected]I'm not a big fan of fish, but I loved this dish. The rock fish was cooked perfectly and the spinach and cheese gratin was creamy and flavorful.
SHANTE CARTER QUAYE
[email protected]This dish was so easy to make and it tasted like it came from a restaurant.
Aftab Shah
[email protected]I wasn't a fan of the rock fish, but the spinach and cheese gratin was amazing.
Sonjit Debnath
[email protected]I found the recipe to be a bit too complicated. I think I would have preferred a simpler preparation.
Abraham Getahun
[email protected]The rock fish was a bit overcooked, but the spinach and cheese gratin was delicious.
Ayaz ali Ayaz
[email protected]I made this dish for a dinner party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!
Suvdaa Suvda
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the dish turned out perfectly. The flavors of the rock fish, spinach, and cheese complemented each other perfectly.
Mozammel Hossain
[email protected]This dish was a hit with my family! The rock fish was flaky and tender, and the spinach and cheese gratin was creamy and flavorful. I will definitely be making this again.