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Arctic Char with Chinese Broccoli and Sweet Potato Purée

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Arctic Char with Chinese Broccoli and Sweet Potato Purée

Arctic Char with Chinese Broccoli and Sweet Potato Purée

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Equipment

  • - Vegetable Knife Set: High-quality chef's knives and paring knives essential for precise chopping of ingredits like broccoli.

  • - Slow Cooker: Great for making hearty purees without constant monitoring; ideal if you prefer a slow cooker method for sweet potato puree.

  • - Blender or Food Processor: Vital for creating smooth and creamy purees from ingredients like sweet potatoes.

  • - Cutting Board Set: Essential for cleaning up while preparing vegetables, ensuring a sanitary workspace.

  • - Stainless Steel Skillet: Useful for sautéing or pan-searing the Arctic char and other components of the dish.

  • - Food Storage Containers: Perfect for storing prepared ingredients like purees, ensuring freshness until ready to use.

  • - Measuring Cups & Spoons Set: Important for precise measurement of liquids and dry ingredients in the recipe.

  • - Mandoline Slicer: Can be used for thinly slicing vegetables like sweet potatoes, although not mandatory if a knife is sufficient.

  • - Cookie Sheet with Silicone Baking Mat (Optional): Optional for roasting or baking parts of the dish; silicone mats prevent sticking and ensure easy release.

  • - Sous Vide Machine (Optional): Provides precise temperature control for cooking Arctic char, ensuring optimal texture if preferred by sous vide method.

  • - High-Speed Blender with Steam Function: Offers versatility in blending while also providing a healthy option to steam sweet potatoes directly before pureeing.

Ingredients

  • 3 red-skinned sweet potatoes (yams; about 2 1/2 pounds)

  • 1 teaspoon (or more) hot prepared Chinese mustard

  • 1 cup balsamic vinegar

  • 1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce

  • 1 pound Chinese broccoli or broccoli rabe (rapini),* large outer leaves removed, cut crosswise on diagonal into 1/4-inch-thick slices

  • 2 slices bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces

  • 2 teaspoons yellow mustard seeds

  • 4 5- to 6-ounce arctic char fillets

  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

Instructions

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Instruction 1

Preheat oven to 400°F. Wrap sweet potatoes individually in foil. Roast until tender, 1 to 1 1/2 hours. Cool and peel. Puree in processor until smooth. Measure 3 cups puree and transfer to microwave-safe bowl. Stir in mustard. Season with salt. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Boil vinegar in small saucepan until reduced to ` cup, about 8 minutes. Stir in soy sauce. Remove from heat.
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Instruction 2

Cook broccoli in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 1 minute. Drain; set aside. Cook bacon in medium skillet over medium heat until edges are crisp. Transfer to paper towels to drain. DO AHEAD: Reduction and broccoli can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
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Instruction 3

Process mustard seeds in spice grinder until coarsely ground. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper. Sprinkle ground seeds over top of fish. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in large skillet over medium-high heat. Add fish, mustard side down, and cook until brown and just opaque in center, about 3 minutes per side.
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Instruction 4

Meanwhile, rewarm puree in microwave until heated through. Heat 1 tablespoon oil in another large skillet. Add broccoli and bacon; sauté until heated through. Season with salt and pepper.
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Instruction 5

Divide broccoli, fish, and puree among plates. Drizzle with balsamic reduction and serve.
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Instruction 6

*Chinese broccoli is also called gai lan or Chinese kale; it's available at Asian markets. Broccoli rabe is an Italian leafy green vegetable with scattered clusters of broccoli-like florets; you'll find it at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores.
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