This elegant dish combines tender white fish with a vibrant yellow sauce, enriched with mussels and asparagus for a burst of flavor. The diced tomatoes and chives add freshness and color, while the delicate fish rests beautifully on top of the rich, savory base. Perfect for special occasions or a gourmet dinner at home, this recipe balances sophistication and simplicity.
Preparation time ⏰:
Total Time: 40 minutes
Number of Portions 🍽:
Serves 2
Ingredients:
- White fish fillets (2, such as cod, halibut, or sea bass)
- Mussels (1 cup, cleaned and de-bearded)
- Asparagus (6 spears, trimmed and cut into bite-sized pieces)
- Diced tomato (1 medium-sized)
- Chives (2 tablespoons, chopped)
- Butter (2 tablespoons)
- Garlic (2 cloves, minced)
- Shallot (1 small, finely chopped)
- White wine (1/2 cup)
- Vegetable broth (1/2 cup)
- Cream (1/4 cup)
- Ground turmeric (1/2 teaspoon, for color)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons, for frying fish)
Nutritional Information (per serving):
Calories: 420 kcal
Protein: 38g
Fat: 20g
Carbohydrates: 12g
Note: These values are approximate and may vary depending on portion sizes and specific brands of ingredients used.
Instructions:
Prepare the Yellow Sauce:
- In a medium saucepan, melt 1 tablespoon of butter over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and chopped shallot, sautéing until softened.
- Pour in the white wine and let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until reduced.
- Add the vegetable broth, cream, and turmeric, stirring well to create a vibrant yellow sauce.
- Simmer gently, allowing the flavors to meld, and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Cook the Mussels and Asparagus:
- Add the cleaned mussels and asparagus pieces to the yellow sauce. Cover and cook for 4-5 minutes, or until the mussels open and the asparagus is tender.
- Remove from heat and keep warm.
Pan-Fry the Fish:
- Pat the fish fillets dry and season with salt and pepper.
- Heat olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium heat. Add the fish and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, depending on thickness, until golden and cooked through. Remove from the pan and set aside.
Plate the fish Dish:
- Spoon the yellow sauce, mussels, and asparagus onto serving plates.
- Place the pan-fried fish on top of the sauce.
- Scatter diced tomatoes and chopped chives around the plate for garnish.
Serve fish:
- Serve immediately and enjoy this seafood creation!
Serving Tip 💡:
Pair this dish with crusty bread or serve alongside a light green salad for a complete meal. A glass of chilled white wine also complements the flavors beautifully.
