Sherry-infused pecans layered
over tender leeks and shallots infuse this baked fish entrée.
Fresh cod or halibut would work equally well.
Pecan
Crusted Fish Fillets
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 leek, cleaned and thinly sliced
1 shallot, peeled and minced
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans
1/4 cup cooking sherry
4 (6-ounce) firm white fish fillets
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Preheat oven to 350°F
(175°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and coat
with vegetable cooking spray.
- Heat a medium non-stick
skillet over medium-high heat. Add oil and sauté leek,
shallot and garlic until tender, about 5 minutes; set aside.
- In another small skillet
add pecans and sherry. Cook over medium heat until liquid evaporates,
about 10 mintues; set aside.
- Place fillets on prepared
pan. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with lemon juice.
Place leek mixture on top of each fillet, covering entire surface.
Spread pecans evenly on top of leeks. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes,
or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Serve warm.
Makes 4 servings.
