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Turbot Fillet in a Pesto Crust with Winter Vegetables (France)

Turbot in a pesto crust, on a bed of winter vegetables.

This turbot fillet in a pesto crust is a perfect combination of delicate fish and seasonal vegetables, enhanced by the aroma of the pesto crust. Indulge in the exquisite flavor of this turbot fillet in a pesto crust . This gluten-free dish is perfect for a light and refined Christmas dinner, yet simple to prepare.

Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 15 minutes
Total time 25 minutes
Cooking method:
Difficulty: Beginner
Servings: 4
Special diet: naturally gluten-free
Ingredients
  • For the fish:
  • 4 turbot fillets (150-200g each)
  • 4 tablespoons of pesto (basil or other variety according to your taste)
  • Salt and freshly ground pepper
  • For the vegetables:
  • 2 carrots (cut into sticks or slices)
  • 1 fennel bulb (finely sliced)
  • 1 leek (washed and sliced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt, pepper, and a pinch of thyme or rosemary for seasoning
Preparation
  1. 1
    Prepare the fish:
  2. 2
    Preheat the oven to 180°C (thermostat 6).
  3. 3
    Place the turbot fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  4. 4
    Lightly salt and pepper each steak.
  5. 5
    Spread a generous tablespoon of pesto on top of each steak, making sure to cover the surface well.
  6. 6
    Cook the fish:
  7. 7
    Place the turbot fillets in the preheated oven for 12 to 15 minutes. The fish should be tender and the pesto lightly browned.
  8. 8
    Prepare the vegetables:
  9. 9
    While the fish is cooking, heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
  10. 10

    Add the carrots, fennel and leek. Sauté the vegetables for 10 to 15 minutes, until they are lightly browned but still crisp.

  11. 11
    Season with salt, pepper and a pinch of thyme or rosemary for flavor.
  12. 12
    Assemble the dish:
  13. 13
    Place a bed of sautéed vegetables in the center of each plate.
  14. 14
    Gently place a piece of turbot in a pesto crust on top.
  15. 15
    Drizzle with a little olive oil or add some fresh herbs for decoration, such as basil or parsley.
Note

You can serve this dish with steamed potatoes or celery puree.

Keywords: Christmas turbot fillets, Christmas recipe, French fish recipe
Read it online: https://glutenevasion.fr/recette/pave-de-turbot-en-croute-de-pesto-et-legumes-dhiver-france/