Saba, also known as mackerel, is a popular fish relished for its delicate flavor and versatility in cooking. This article aims to guide you in selecting the perfect saba recipe that meets your taste preferences and dietary needs. From classic grilled saba to innovative fusion dishes, we have compiled a collection of recipes that showcase the diverse culinary possibilities of this beloved fish. Whether you prefer simple, everyday meals or are looking for a special occasion dish, our curated list of recipes will inspire you to create delicious and memorable saba-based dishes.
Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!
SABA-BRAISED LAMB SHANKS
If you're looking for a foolproof, wintry braised meat dish, this is virtually impossible to screw up! The only way to screw this up is to undercook the meat. The sauce has no thickeners, just pure 100% natural goodness.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Lamb Shanks
Time 3h50m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
- Place lamb shanks into a large bowl; drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle with salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and rosemary. Toss the lamb shanks to spread oil and seasonings over the meat.
- Spread onion slices and garlic cloves into the bottom of a heavy 9x12-inch baking dish. Lay lamb shanks over onions and garlic.
- Bake lamb in preheated oven for 30 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 200 degrees F (95 degrees C).
- Combine chicken broth and saba in a bowl. Pour mixture over the lamb shanks. Cover baking dish tightly with foil and place baking dish on a baking sheet.
- Bake lamb in the oven until a knife pierces the meat easily, 2 1/2 to 3 hours. The meat will be tender but not falling off the bone. Use tongs to turn the shanks over in the pan sauce. Increase temperature to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Return shanks to oven and bake, uncovered, until meat is fork-tender and the sauce has thickened slightly, 10 to 15 minutes. Turn shanks over in the sauce after 10 minutes and check for tenderness; if still not tender enough, return to oven for 10 to 15 more minutes and test again.
- Transfer lamb shanks to a bowl and keep warm. Strain pan juices into a saucepan and place over medium heat. Bring to a boil and cook, stirring often, until thickened, about 5 minutes. Skim any excess grease from top of sauce. Taste and season with salt; stir in fresh rosemary. Serve sauce drizzled over lamb shanks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 334.3 calories, Carbohydrate 9.8 g, Cholesterol 82.4 mg, Fat 20.5 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 25.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.3 g, Sodium 1034.8 mg, Sugar 1.7 g
ARUGULA, GRAPE, AND ALMOND SALAD WITH SABA VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Suzanne Goin
Categories Salad Side Thanksgiving Vegetarian Almond Arugula Fall Healthy Low Cholesterol Grape Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Finely chop 7 grapes; transfer to a small bowl. Cut remaining grapes in half; transfer to another small bowl and set aside. Using a fork, mash chopped grapes in bowl into a purée. Stir in shallot, 1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt and let sit for 5 minutes. Whisk in oil and 1 tablespoon saba. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt, pepper, and more Sherry vinegar, if desired. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette and halved grapes can be prepared 8 hours ahead. Cover and chill vinaigrette and grapes separately. Bring vinaigrette to room temperature and rewhisk before continuing.
- Combine arugula and halved grapes in a large bowl; drizzle with vinaigrette and season with salt and pepper. Toss salad to coat. Arrange salad on chilled dinner plates, dividing evenly. Scatter cheese and almonds over. Drizzle salads with more saba.
SABA'S SHRIMP SANDWICHES
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in the garlic; cook and stir until the garlic has turned golden, about 2 minutes. Stir in the chopped chile peppers, and cook for 1 to 2 minutes more. Add the shrimp and cook until they are bright pink on the outside and the meat is no longer transparent in the center, about 3 to 5 minutes.
- Stir in the lemon juice, seasoned salt, black pepper, and cilantro, and cook for another minute to incorporate the flavors. Pile the shrimp onto the toasted French bread and serve. Use any liquid remaining in the skillet as dip for the sandwiches, or pour over it the sandwiches before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 358.6 calories, Carbohydrate 36 g, Cholesterol 172.6 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 802.8 mg, Sugar 2.9 g
JULIA CHILD'S REINE DE SABA (QUEEN OF SHEBA) CAKE
Steps:
- Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Set the oven rack in lower middle level. 2. In a saucepan over low heat, melt the chocolate in the rum or coffee. Set aside. In a mixing bowl, cut butter into pieces and cream it. 3. When soft and fluffy, add sugar and beat 1 minute. Beat in egg yolks until well blended. 4. In another bowl, beat egg whites until foamy. Beat in cream of tartar and salt and continue beating until soft peaks are formed. Gradually beat in 2 tablespoons sugar and continue beating until stiff, shiny peaks are formed. Blend melted chocolate and coffee or rum into yolk mixture, then add almonds and almond extract. 5. Stir a quarter of the egg whites into the chocolate using a rubber spatula. Scoop the rest of the whites over chocolate and, alternating with sprinkles of flour, rapidly and delicately fold in the egg whites. Turn batter into buttered and floured 8-by-1 1/2-inch round cake pan, tilting it in all directions up to the rim all around. Set in preheated oven. Bake 25 minutes. 6. Cake is done when puffed to the top and a toothpick inserted 2 to 3 inches from edge comes out clean. The center should move slightly when the pan is gently shaken. Remove pan to a rack and let cool 15 minutes. Unmold onto rack. Let cool 2 hours before storing or icing.
GATEAU REINE DE SABA CHOCOLATE
Steps:
- 1. Prepare cake: Heat oven to 325 degrees. Butter a 9-inch springform pan, and line the side wall with parchment paper. In a heavy-bottomed pan, combine 12 tablespoons butter, 6 ounces chopped chocolate, almond extract and coffee. Melt over low heat, then transfer to a bowl and allow to cool. 2. With an electric mixer, whisk egg whites and salt until soft peaks form. Slowly add ½ cup sugar until thick and glossy. Set aside. 3. In a separate bowl, whisk together egg yolks with remaining ½ cup sugar until thick. Fold in the melted chocolate mixture. Add ground almonds and mix well. Whisk in a dollop of egg whites to lighten mixture. Using a rubber spatula, gently fold in the rest of egg whites, keeping batter airy. 4. Scrape batter into pan and bake until cake is dry on top and a bit gooey in center, 30 to 40 minutes. (After 30 minutes of baking, check center of cake with a tester or toothpick. If center seems very wet, continue baking.) Cool cake on a rack for 20 minutes, then remove side of pan. Allow to continue cooling. Top of cake may crack as it cools, but glaze will cover most cracking. 5. Prepare glaze: In a small saucepan, combine 2 tablespoons sugar, the corn syrup and ¼ cup water. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat. Add 4 ounces chopped chocolate, swirl pan to mix, and allow to stand until melted, about 3 minutes. 6. Whisk 1 tablespoon butter into icing, then pour evenly over cake. Use a spatula to ease icing out to edges of cake. Allow icing to cool, and set before slicing. Yield: One 9-inch cake (10 to 12 servings).
Tips:
- Mise en place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all your ingredients and equipment ready. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling around for things while you're cooking.
- Read the recipe carefully: Don't just skim through the recipe. Take the time to read it carefully and understand each step before you start cooking. This will help you avoid mistakes and ensure that your dish turns out the way it's supposed to.
- Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: The quality of your ingredients will have a big impact on the flavor of your dish. Whenever possible, use fresh, seasonal ingredients. And don't be afraid to splurge on high-quality ingredients, especially for key ingredients like olive oil and cheese.
- Follow the recipe exactly: When you're first starting out, it's best to follow the recipe exactly. As you gain more experience, you can start to experiment and make substitutions. But for now, stick to the recipe to ensure that your dish turns out well.
- Don't be afraid to experiment: Once you've mastered a few basic recipes, start to experiment with different flavors and ingredients. Try using different herbs and spices, or adding different vegetables or fruits to your dishes. Cooking is all about creativity, so have fun and don't be afraid to try new things.
Conclusion:
Cooking is a skill that takes time and practice to develop. But with a little effort, you can learn to cook delicious, healthy meals that your family and friends will love. So don't be afraid to get in the kitchen and start experimenting. The more you cook, the better you'll become. And who knows, you might just discover a new passion!
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