Stewed Hake Fillets with Peas and Cherry Tomatoes: a colorful and flavorful main course, ready in just a few minutes.
If you’re looking for an idea to cook fish in a tasty way, this recipe is for you.
The combination of the sweetness of the peas and the freshness of the cherry tomatoes creates a delicious sauce that envelops the hake (or cod) fillets, keeping them tender and juicy.
It’s a balanced dish, perfect even for the little ones, prepared directly in the pan with ingredients we often already have in the pantry or freezer.
Let’s quickly see how to prepare these stewed hake fillets with peas and cherry tomatoes.
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- Difficulty: Very Easy
- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 2 People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients
- 14 oz hake fillets (or frozen cod)
- 1 cup peas (canned or frozen)
- 10 cherry tomatoes (cherry or piccadilly)
- 1/4 cup tomato sauce
- to taste extra virgin olive oil
- to taste salt
- to taste pepper (or optional chili pepper)
- 1/2 cup white wine
Tools
- 1 Pan
- 1 Knife
- 1 Wooden Spoon
How to Prepare Stewed Hake Fillets with Peas and Cherry Tomatoes
In a large pan, pour a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. Turn the heat to medium flame.
Drain the peas from their liquid and pour them into the pan. Add the pre-washed and chopped cherry tomatoes (quartered or halved).
Season with salt and add the white wine. Allow everything to evaporate for a couple of minutes, stirring often so the flavors blend well.
Place the frozen hake fillets directly on the bed of peas and cherry tomatoes.
Add the tomato sauce over the fish and distribute it slightly.
Let cook on low heat for about 20 minutes. If you see that the sauce reduces too much, you can add a few tablespoons of hot water.
Turn off the stove, and if you like, add a pinch of pepper and serve immediately.
Storage
The dish can be stored in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to one day. Re-freezing is not recommended because the fish was already frozen.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
Can I substitute the fish?
You can also use cod, plaice, or sea bream fillets.
Can I substitute the peas?
If you prefer, you can replace them with well-drained artichokes in oil or Taggiasca olives.
