You absolutely must try this recipe, Pan-Fried Croaker Steaks, a second course with a simple and delicate taste, ideal for a light dinner. I have to say I had heard about this type of fish but had never had the pleasure of tasting it. It has a firm and tender texture and, if cooked with delicate and simple ingredients, it enhances its flavor. This recipe is also suitable for those who are beginners in the kitchen, all you have to do is try it!
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Medium
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 4
- Cooking methods: Slow Fire, Stove
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All Seasons
Ingredients for Pan-Fried Croaker Steaks
- croaker (4 steaks)
- 14 oz cherry tomatoes
- 3.5 oz black olives
- 1 onion (small)
- 1.7 fl oz white wine
- salt
- wild fennel
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
Steps for Pan-Fried Croaker Steaks
The simplest thing is to have your fishmonger cut the croaker into steaks, after deboning it, so everything will be simpler and faster. First, finely chop the onion and cut the cherry tomatoes in half.
In a large pan, add a drizzle of oil and the onion, let it soften slightly then add the halved cherry tomatoes and some leaves of wild fennel. Lightly salt and let cook for a few minutes.
When the cherry tomatoes are soft, deglaze with white wine, add a little water and continue cooking for another 10 minutes.
When the tomatoes have wilted, add the croaker steaks and olives to the sauce. If the sauce is too dry, add a little water. Use a spoon to scoop some sauce and pour it over each steak. Cover with a lid and let cook for another 10 minutes.
Remove from heat, place the steaks on a serving dish, garnish with sprigs of wild fennel and all the sauce, enjoy your meal.
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In this recipe, you can also use capers to add at the beginning of the preparation with the onion. If you don’t have wild fennel, you can substitute it with finely chopped parsley. If you like it spicy, add a pinch of chili pepper to the sauce.
FAQ (Questions and Answers)
Can I use these ingredients for other types of fish?
Sure, just adjust the cooking time based on the size of the fish you intend to use.
