Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

red peppers

grilled, peeled, seeded

1 ml

olive oil

for brushing

4 unit

red mullet fillets

unskinned

0.5 tsp

salt

to taste

0.5 tsp

black pepper

freshly ground

12 unit

flat leaf parsley

sprigs

750 g

red peppers

seeded, chopped

85 ml

sherry wine vinegar

50 ml

extra virgin olive oil

for dressing

Step 1
~3 min

Liquidize the red peppers for the dressing until smooth.

Step 2
~3 min

Strain the pepper puree through a fine meshed sieve, collecting the juice.

Step 3
~3 min

You should have about 450ml of juice.

Step 4
~3 min

Boil the pepper juice in a pan until it reduces to 25ml; it should be deep red and concentrated.

Step 5
~3 min

Boil the sherry vinegar until reduced to 1 tablespoon.

Step 6
~3 min

Pre-heat the grill to high.

Step 7
~3 min

Grill the medium red peppers, turning until blackened all over.

Step 8
~3 min

Cool the grilled peppers, then peel off the skin.

Step 9
~3 min

Remove the seeds from the grilled peppers through a small cut, leaving the stalk intact.

Step 10
~3 min

Brush the peeled peppers with olive oil and season with salt.

Step 11
~3 min

Stir the reduced sherry vinegar, salt, and black pepper into the reduced pepper juice, keeping warm.

Step 12
~3 min

Heat a heavy based fry pan until smoking hot.

Step 13
~3 min

Brush the fish fillets with olive oil on both sides and season with salt.

Step 14
~3 min

Sear the fish fillets skin side down in the hot pan for 1 1/2 minutes.

Step 15
~3 min

Turn the fillets and cook for another 1 1/2 minutes.

Step 16
~3 min

Place the seared fillets on warmed plates.

Step 17
~3 min

Spoon the red pepper juice dressing around the fish.

Step 18
~3 min

Drizzle extra virgin olive oil over the fish.

Step 19
~3 min

Finish with sea salt flakes and ground black pepper.

Step 20
~3 min

Garnish with flat leaf parsley sprigs.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Ensure the pan is smoking hot before adding the fish for a good sear.

Be careful not to overcook the fish; it should be slightly translucent in the center.

Adjust the sweetness of the dressing by adding a touch of honey or agave.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The red pepper dressing can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Moderate
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of grilled vegetables.

Accompany with a light salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled asparagus
Quinoa salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Red mullet is a popular fish in Mediterranean cuisine, often prepared with simple, fresh ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Popularity Score

65/100

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