Almondine sauce is a classic French sauce used to enhance the flavor of fish dishes. The delicate nutty flavor of almonds, combined with the richness of butter and the brightness of lemon, creates a versatile sauce that pairs well with a variety of mild-flavored fish such as trout, flounder, and sole. This flavorful sauce can be prepared in just a few simple steps, elevating your fish dish to a gourmet-level meal that will impress your family and friends.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PAN-FRIED FISH ALMONDINE
This is a simple and versatile recipe. It lends well to any type of white fish, such as: perch, tilapia, whitefish, halibut, etc. It might even work well with salmon, but I haven't tried that yet. I love the crusty, delicious almond coating. If you can't find Panko breadcrumbs, you could try regular bread crumbs. I like to serve this alongside wild rice and a nice salad for a simple and pretty healthy meal.
Provided by LifeIsGood
Categories European
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- First make the almondine breading by placing Panko breadcrumbs, lemon zest, and sliced almonds into a food processor.
- Pulse until it reaches a fine consistency. *The breading adheres to the fish better this way.*.
- If applicable, debone the fish and remove the skin.
- Salt and pepper the fish, to taste.
- In a small bowl, mix eggs and water together to make an egg wash.
- Place flour in a shallow pan.
- Place the almondine breading in another shallow pan.
- Dredge each fish fillet through the flour, dusting off any excess, dip in egg wash; place in breading, coating both sides of fish. If you aren't going to fry these right away, store them in the refrigerator at this point.
- Preheat saute pan using medium heat.
- Add the butter and melt, being careful not to burn.
- Place fish in hot butter and cook on each side until golden brown, about 3 minutes on each side, which is an average time. Depending on how thick your fish is, you may need to either shorten or lengthen the time.
- Optional: Sprinkle chopped parsley on top of the fish before serving.
FISH ALMONDINE
From when I was expecting my first baby, Alex, to well past the birth of my second child, Paige, I used to meet my grandmother, Ga-Ga, at Luby's Cafeteria in my hometown for lunch on an almost monthly basis. Luby's had a mega-long (it seemed like a football field, but probably wasn't quite) serving line of prefilled small plates holding such comfort foods as Jell-O salad, macaroni and cheese, Salisbury steak, fried chicken, mashed potatoes, and slices of pie as far as the eye could see. But for me, the single most memorable dish at Luby's was their gloriously consistent Fish Almondine. No matter which seventeen sides I selected (okay, sometimes it was eighteen), Fish Almondine was always the main course for me. This is my best attempt to re-create the Luby's magic. (I love and miss you, Ga-Ga.)
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 40m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F.
- In a small bowl, combine the panko and almonds. Drizzle in the melted butter and toss until well combined.
- Add the parsley and toss it in . . .
- Then stir in 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
- Put the flour in a shallow dish and add a pinch each of salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
- Dredge both sides of the fish in the flour, shaking off any excess.
- Spread a generous tablespoon of mayonnaise over each piece of fish . . .
- And sprinkle the crumb mixture on top, pressing lightly to make sure it sticks.
- Bake until the crumbs are golden and the fish is flaky, 16 to 18 minutes. Squeeze the lemon juice on top and serve.
FISH WITH TOASTED ALMONDS
This is an easy dish that you can put on the table when you have friends coming around after a long day's work. The soft-fleshed cod (or any other meaty white fish) is offset by the crunchy almonds. Serve alongside a pile of fresh green beans, cooked until just tender, but still bright.
Provided by Nigella Lawson
Categories dinner, project, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Place a large dry nonstick skillet over medium heat, and add almonds. Stir constantly until they are tinged with color. Take from heat, and transfer to a bowl to cool.
- Season both sides of the fish well with salt and pepper. Place the same pan over medium heat, and add butter and olive oil. When both begin to bubble, add cod fillets skin side up. Brown fish until opaque all the way through, turning once, 3 to 4 minutes a side. Transfer fish to a warm serving plate, skin side down.
- Reduce heat under pan to low, and add lemon juice. Stir to blend with butter and oil, then pour this sauce over fillets. Scatter parsley over cod, and scatter with toasted almonds. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 314, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 18 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 33 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 522 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
BAKED FISH ALMONDINE
This delicious fish is another of our favorites when I make it. I found this recipe in a Luby's Cafeteria free recipe cards dispenser at the cash register counter.
Provided by pink cook
Categories Halibut
Time 45m
Yield 2 fish fillets, 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350ºF. In a small bowl, combine bread crumbs, almonds, salt and butter or margarine and mix well, (if it is necessary add additional butter, mixing well until crumb mixture begins to hold together.).
- Coat fish with flour, shaking off excess. Spread mayonnaise evenly over fillets and cover evenly with the crumbs mixture, lightly pressing into the fish fillets.
- Place them skin down in a baking pan large enough to hold in a single layer, (or use a baking pan with a low rack to hold fish above and the water under the rack.).
- Carefully pour water around the fish to about 1/8 inch depth and bake for about 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes when tested with a fork.
- Note: Take special care when pouring the thinnest possible layer of water around the fish, so don't wash away or wet the topping. This step helps to ensure that the fish cooks up moist and tender.
SOLE ALMONDINE
This recipe was an experiment and it turned into a great hit. The almonds add so much flavor to the fish.-Marshall Simon, Grand Rapids, Michigan
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a large skillet, heat 4 tablespoons butter and oil over medium heat. Dip fillets in flour, then in egg. Place in skillet; cook until lightly browned and the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 2 minutes on each side. Transfer to a platter and keep warm. , In the same skillet, melt remaining butter. Add the almonds, lemon juice, and wine if desired; heat through. Pour over fillets and garnish with lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318 calories, Fat 24g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 146mg cholesterol, Sodium 252mg sodium, Carbohydrate 2g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein.
SOLE ALMONDINE
Steps:
- Set a large nonstick saute pan over medium heat. Add the almonds and toast until golden brown, about 5 to 7 minutes. Season with salt and set aside.
- Return the pan to medium heat (if you have 2 pans you can work simultaneously at this point, i.e. 2 fillets per pan) and add a 2-count of olive oil and 1 tablespoon of butter to each pan.
- Put the flour in a shallow dish and season with salt and pepper, to taste. In another shallow dish, whisk together the eggs and milk and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Dredge the fillets in the seasoned flour, then dip them into the egg mixture. Allow some of the excess egg to drain off, then add them to the hot pan. Cook 2 pieces at a time. Fry for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, then carefully turn the fish over to cook the other side. With a spoon, baste the fillets with the butter sauce. Repeat basting to ensure the fish remains moist. Once the other side is cooked (about 30 seconds) carefully remove the fillets from the pan to a serving platter. Repeat with remaining 2 fillets and a 2-count of oil and 1 tablespoon of butter. Once the fillets have been removed the pan, add the chopped shallots and gently saute over low heat until translucent, about 1 minute. Deglaze the pan with the white wine and finish with the lemon juice. Swirl in the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter. Add the parsley and season, to taste, with salt and pepper. To serve, spoon the sauce over the top of the fillets and sprinkle generously with the toasted almonds.
Tips:
- To make a smooth and flavorful sauce, use high-quality butter and finely chop the almonds.
- If you don't have white wine, you can substitute it with chicken broth or water.
- To add a bit of tanginess to the sauce, you can add a squeeze of lemon juice or a splash of white wine vinegar.
- For a richer sauce, you can use heavy cream instead of milk.
- If you don't have parsley, you can use other fresh herbs like chives, tarragon, or dill.
- Serve the sauce immediately over cooked fish, chicken, or vegetables.
- Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Conclusion:
Almondine sauce is simply gluten-free, versatile sauce that can be served over many dishes. It's quick and easy to make, and it's sure to impress your guests. Serve it over fish, chicken, or vegetables, and enjoy a delicious and flavorful meal!
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