**Recipe for Hake in Shrimp Sauce: A Simple and Delicious Dish**
Hake is a versatile and highly valued fish in the kitchen, perfect for preparing sophisticated dishes without complications. In this recipe, we’ll show you how to make hake in shrimp sauce, a dish ideal for any special occasion. It’s budget-friendly, easy to prepare, and the result is simply exquisite. The quantities listed are enough for 4 to 6 people, depending on the appetizers you serve.
Ingredients (for 4-6 people):
- 600-800 g of hake fillets or steaks (cut into large pieces)
- 12 peeled shrimp
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 100 ml of white wine
- 200 ml of fish stock
- 1 tablespoon of flour
- A generous handful of fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Preparation:
1. Season the main ingredients:
Season the hake pieces and peeled shrimp with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
2. Prepare the base of the sauce:
In a wide saucepan, heat a little extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté lightly, stirring to prevent burning.
Add the chopped onion and a pinch of salt. Cook over low heat for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is translucent and tender.
3. Thicken the sauce:
Add 1 tablespoon of flour to the onion and mix well. Cook for 5 minutes to allow the flour to integrate and lose its raw flavor.
Pour in the white wine and let it boil over high heat for 5 minutes to allow the alcohol to evaporate.
Add the fish stock and mix well until no lumps remain.
4. Incorporate the parsley and fish:
Add a generous amount of fresh chopped parsley to the broth and mix.
Place the hake pieces in the saucepan, skin side up. Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
After this time, flip the hake pieces, cover again, and cook for another 5 minutes.
5. Add the shrimp:
When there are 2-3 minutes left of cooking, add the peeled shrimp. Gently mix and cover the saucepan to let the shrimp cook in the heat of the sauce.
6. Finish and serve:
Remove the saucepan from the heat and sprinkle a little more fresh chopped parsley on top.
Serve the hake in shrimp sauce directly on individual plates or in a shared serving dish. Pair with white rice, boiled potatoes, or simply with bread to enjoy the delicious sauce.
This hake in shrimp sauce is a simple, budget-friendly, and flavorful dish. The combination of hake, shrimp, and the aromatic sauce with garlic, onion, and parsley creates a spectacular result that will impress your guests.