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Striped Bass with Heirloom Tomato Scampi

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Introduction

Striped Bass with Heirloom Tomato Scampi is an exquisite fusion of rich flavors, combining the delicate taste of striped bass fillets with the vibrant tanginess of heirloom tomatoes. This recipe offers a modern twist on classic seafood and Italian cuisine.

Tips for this Recipe

To ensure each striped bass fillet is perfectly seared, preheat your skillet before adding oil. The key to a flavorful scampi sauce lies in emulsifying the ingredients with precision; take care not to overcook the garlic and shallots.

Why you will love this recipe

The harmonious blend of tender fish and fresh tomatoes, infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs, makes Striped Bass with Heiromome Tomato Scampi an unforgettable dining experience. Its elegance on the plate matches its depth of flavor.

Ingredients

– Skillet (sturdy, non-stick skillet or sauté pan) ideal for searing fish and cooking sauces
– Non-Stick Fish Spatula (specifically designed to handle delicate fish fillets without damaging them)
– Whisk (for properly emulsifying the scampi sauce, ensuring a smooth texture)
– Chef’s Knife (essential for efficiently and safely cutting both fish and vegetables)
– Cutting Board (stable surface to work on while preparing ingredients)
– Colander (useful for draining pasta or rinsing off the prepared tomatoes if needed)
– Mixing Bowl (for assembling and combining all the sauce ingredients)
– Measuring Cups & Spoons (to accurately measure out your recipe’s liquid and solid ingredients)
– Large Pot or Dutch Oven (suitable for boiling pasta or cooking tomatoes if chopped and used in the sauce)
– Food Grater (to grate any herbs included in your recipe, enhancing their flavor throughout the dish)

Advised equipments

  • Skillet (sturdy, non-stick skillet or sauté pan)
  • Non-Stick Fish Spatula
  • Whisk
  • Chef’s Knife
  • Cutting Board
  • Colander
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Measuring Cups & Spoons
  • Large Pot or Dutch Oven
  • Food Grater

History of the recipe

The culinary tradition of combining striped bass with a tomato-based sauce can be traced back to Italian coastal regions, where fresh seafood and locally grown produce come together. This particular combination celebrates both the bounty of the oceans and the rich agricultural heritage.

Fun facts about this recipe

Heirloom tomatoes, known for their varied shapes, colors, and flavors, were first cultivated in the 19th century. The inclusion of these tomatoes pays homage to traditional Italian cooking while infusing modern culinary practices into this refined dish.

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Striped Bass with Heirloom Tomato Scampi

Striped Bass with Heirloom Tomato Scampi

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Equipment

  • - Skillet (sturdy, non-stick skillet or sauté pan) ideal for searing fish and cooking sauces

  • - Non-Stick Fish Spatula (specifically designed to handle delicate fish fillets without damaging them)

  • - Whisk (for properly emulsifying the scampi sauce, ensuring a smooth texture)

  • - Chef's Knife (essential for efficiently and safely cutting both fish and vegetables)

  • - Cutting Board (stable surface to work on while preparing ingredients)

  • - Colander (useful for draining pasta or rinsing off the prepared tomatoes if needed)

  • - Mixing Bowl (for assembling and combining all the sauce ingredients)

  • - Measuring Cups & Spoons (to accurately measure out your recipe's liquid and solid ingredients)

  • - Large Pot or Dutch Oven (suitable for boiling pasta or cooking tomatoes if chopped and used in the sauce)

  • - Food Grater (to grate any herbs included in your recipe, enhancing their flavor throughout the dish)

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

  • 4 striped bass fillets (6 ounces each)

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon

  • 1/2 bunch thyme sprigs

  • 3 tablespoons Roasted Garlic Oil (page 93)

  • 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped

  • 2 shallots, finely diced

  • 1 tablespoon fennel seeds, toasted in a dry skillet

  • 4 celery ribs, sliced 1/4 inch thick

  • 1 tablespoon drained, chopped capers

  • 1/4 cup dry white wine

  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

  • Grated zest and juice of 1 lemon

  • 3 pounds mixed heirloom tomatoes, cut in wedges

  • 1 cup tightly packed hand-torn fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1

Instruction 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2

Instruction 2

In a large ovenproof nonstick skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Season the fish liberally with salt and pepper and sprinkle with the lemon zest and juice. Once the oil begins to shimmer, place the fillets skin-side-down in the pan and let them cook, without moving them, until the skin is crisp and golden brown, 45 seconds to 1 minute. Give a light push to loosen the skin from the pan. Add the thyme sprigs to the pan. Transfer the pan to the oven and bake until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 6 to 8 minutes. Remove fish from the oven and transfer to paper towels.
3

Instruction 3

In a large skillet, heat the garlic oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic, shallots, and fennel seeds and cook, stirring frequently, until the shallots are translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the celery and capers and cook until the celery has softened, about 2 minutes. Add the wine to the pan and cook until it is reduced by half, about 1 minute. Add the vinegar, lemon zest and juice, tomatoes, and basil and cook for 1 to 2 minutes to incorporate the flavors and heat the tomatoes through.
4

Instruction 4

Serve the bass fillets topped with the tomato scampi.
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