Poached
Whitefish| 4
whitefish fillets or 1 whole cleaned whitefish 4 cups water boiling 1 small onion, chopped 1/2 tsp. thyme 1 bay leaf 3 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 tsp. basil 1/2 tsp. sage 1 tbsp. lemon juice 1 small red pepper, diced 1 celery stalk, sliced 1 large carrot, sliced Minced parsley Rinse fish thoroughly in cold water. If using a whole fish, score back of fish with small slices. To the boiling water add onion, thyme, bay leaf, basil, sage, lemon juice, and red pepper. Let boil thoroughly for about 10 minutes, then gently place fish in water (to avoid breaking). Simmer fish 10 minutes and remove from water. Drain, lay on a platter, garnish with minced parsley and serve with melted butter. |