Hake with Brown Butter Orzo
Hake is a versatile white fish that is perfect for a variety of recipes. In this dish, hake is paired with brown butter orzo for a flavorful and satisfying meal. The orzo is cooked in a rich brown butter sauce, which gives it a nutty flavor. The hake is then seared and added to the orzo, along with some fresh herbs and lemon juice. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table.
Ingredients:
* 1 pound hake fillets
* 1 tablespoon olive oil
* 1/2 cup orzo
* 1/4 cup brown butter
* 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
* 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives
* 1 lemon, juiced
* Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
2. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the orzo to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown.
4. Add the brown butter, parsley, chives, and lemon juice to the skillet and stir to combine.
5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
6. Transfer the orzo mixture to a baking dish and top with the hake fillets.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the hake is cooked through.
8. Serve immediately.
Tips:
* You can use any type of white fish in this recipe.
* If you don't have brown butter, you can make your own by melting 1/2 cup of unsalted butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Cook the butter until it turns a nutty brown color.
* You can add other vegetables to this dish, such as chopped zucchini, bell peppers, or onions.
* Serve this dish with a side of your favorite bread or salad.
Variations:
* If you want a richer flavor, you can add some grated Parmesan cheese to the orzo mixture.
* You can also add a splash of white wine to the skillet when you add the brown butter.
* For a more flavorful hake, you can marinate it in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, and herbs before baking.