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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Umar Afzal
[email protected]This gratin was a disappointment. The fish was overcooked and the spinach and cheese sauce was runny. I followed the recipe exactly, but it just didn't turn out well. I won't be making this again.
Danny “Pastor Daniel” Baker
[email protected]I made this gratin last night and it was a bit bland. The fish was cooked well, but the spinach and cheese sauce lacked flavor. I added some salt and pepper to the sauce, and it helped a bit, but it still wasn't as flavorful as I would have liked. I'
Aminata Alisha Koroma
[email protected]This gratin was easy to make and turned out great! The fish was cooked perfectly and the spinach and cheese sauce was delicious. I served it with a side of rice, and it was a hit with my family. I'll definitely be making this again.
Kareem Shaikh
[email protected]I made this gratin last night and it was delicious! The fish was flaky and moist, and the spinach and cheese sauce was rich and creamy. I served it with a side of steamed broccoli, and it was a perfect meal. I will definitely be making this again.
Azad Azad
[email protected]This rockfish and spinach gratin is a real winner! The fish is cooked to perfection, and the spinach and cheese sauce are creamy and flavorful. I served it with a side of roasted potatoes, and it was a hit with my family. I'll definitely be making th