Hake

Here’s a simple and delicious recipe for cooking hake:

Pan-Seared Hake with Garlic Butter Sauce

Ingredients:

• 4 hake fillets (skinless)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper (to taste)
• 1 tablespoon butter
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon fresh parsley (chopped)
• Lemon wedges (for serving)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Hake:

   • Pat the hake fillets dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture. This will help them sear better.
   • Season both sides of the fillets with salt and pepper.

2. Cook the Hake:

   • Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
   • Once the pan is hot, add the hake fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until the fish is golden brown and easily flakes with a fork. You can adjust the cooking time depending on the thickness of the fillets.

3. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce:

   • Once the hake fillets are cooked, remove them from the skillet and set them aside on a plate.
   • In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
   • Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
   • Stir in the lemon juice and let it cook for an additional 30 seconds.

4. Serve:

   • Return the hake fillets to the pan, spooning the garlic butter sauce over the top.
   • Garnish with fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

Serving Suggestions:

• Serve with roasted vegetables, steamed rice, or a fresh salad for a light and healthy meal.

Enjoy your tasty hake fillets!