Pesce al 'Ebraica
Pesce al 'Ebraica
A sweet-and-sour white fish dish associated with Italian Jewish cooking, traditionally served to break the Yom Kippur fast. Honey, vinegar, raisins, and pine nuts create a classic agrodolce profile.
Ingredients
- •2 pounds white-fleshed fish fillets such as cod, halibut, or sea bass
- •1 small onion, finely chopped
- •2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- •1/4 cup honey
- •1/4 cup white wine vinegar
- •1/3 cup raisins
- •1/4 cup pine nuts
- •1 cup water or light fish stock
- •1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
- •1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- •2 tablespoons chopped parsley
Instructions
- 1
Season the fish lightly with salt and pepper.
- 2
Heat the olive oil in a wide pan and soften the onion over medium heat.
- 3
Add the honey, vinegar, water or stock, raisins, and pine nuts, stirring until the sauce is balanced and lightly simmering.
- 4
Lay the fish fillets into the sauce in a single layer.
- 5
Cover and poach gently for 10 to 12 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily.
- 6
Taste the sauce and adjust with a little more honey or vinegar if needed.
- 7
Let the fish cool slightly in the sauce so the flavors meld.
- 8
Sprinkle with parsley and serve warm or at room temperature.
Kosher notes
Fish is pareve. If serving after a fast, keep accompaniments simple and avoid mixing with dairy if the meal will continue with meat.
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