Follow these steps for perfect results
Extra-virgin olive oil
Onion
finely diced
Kosher salt
Crushed red pepper flakes
Garlic
minced
Italian plum tomatoes
passed through a food mill
Water
Cauliflower
coarsely chopped
Lemon zest
Gaeta or kalamata olives
slivered
Caperberries
sliced into thin rounds
Wild striped bass fillets
with skin
Italian parsley
leaves picked
Lemon juice
Coat a large saucepan with olive oil.
Add the onions to the saucepan and cook over medium heat.
Season with salt and crushed red pepper.
Cook for 5-7 minutes, until onions are softened but not browned.
Add the garlic and cook for another 2-3 minutes, until fragrant.
Stir in the tomatoes and 3/4 can of water and salt.
Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for 20-30 minutes.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Bring a pot of water to a boil and season generously with salt.
Add the cauliflower and cook for 5-7 minutes, until very soft.
Strain the cauliflower and add it to the tomato mixture.
Cook until the cauliflower breaks down and the sauce clings to it, about 20-30 minutes.
Adjust the seasoning.
Stir in the lemon zest, olives, and caperberries.
Reserve the cauliflower mixture.
Preheat the grill to medium and brush with oil.
Pat the fish skin dry.
Drizzle the fish with olive oil and season with salt on both sides.
Place the fish skin-side down on the preheated grill.
Cook for 2-3 minutes, then rotate 90 degrees to create grill marks.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes, then turn the fish over and cook for another 2 minutes.
Reheat the cauliflower mixture if needed.
Serve the fish on plates, leaning on a mound of the cauliflower.
In a small bowl, toss the parsley with the lemon juice, salt, and olive oil.
Garnish the fish with the parsley salad and additional olive oil, if desired.
Expert advice for the best results
Make the cauliflower and tomato sauce ahead of time.
Ensure the fish is patted dry before grilling for optimal searing.
Garnish with extra virgin olive oil.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Cauliflower and tomato sauce can be made a day in advance.
Arrange the fish on the plate, leaning it against a mound of the cauliflower mixture. Top with parsley salad and a drizzle of olive oil.
Serve with a side of crusty bread.
Serve with a simple green salad.
A dry rosé will complement the flavors of the fish and tomatoes.
A crisp Pinot Grigio can cut through the richness of the dish.
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Represents a healthy and flavorful Mediterranean diet.
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