Seared Sea Bream with Risotto and Rocket Pesto

Pan-fried sea bream served over a creamy wine-infused risotto and topped with a fresh homemade rocket and pine nut pesto.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 3045.2 kcals 3045.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 128.6 grams 128.6 grams
Fat 242.1 grams 242.1 grams
Protein 88.4 grams 88.4 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
1 person
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
Dairy
55
g
55
g
Parmesan Cheese
Split into two portions for risotto
55
g
Parmesan Cheese
Grated, for the pesto
GrainsCereals
Liquids
700
ml
100
ml
NutsSeeds
2
clove
Garlic
Crushed, for the risotto
1
g
Salt
To taste
1
g
Black Pepper
Freshly ground, to taste
55
g
2
clove
Garlic
For the pesto
OilsFats
30
ml
Olive Oil
For the risotto
150
ml
Olive Oil
For the pesto
Seafood
1
piece
Vegetables
0.5
piece
Onion
Roughly chopped
1
bunch
Rocket
Fresh

Steps

  • Heat olive oil in a pan and sweat the onion for 5 minutes.
  • Add garlic and rice, sautéing for 2 minutes until rice is translucent.
  • Add 700ml water, stock cube, and 100ml wine, stirring for 20 minutes until al dente.
  • Season with salt and pepper, then stir in butter and 27g of parmesan.
  • Plate the risotto and sprinkle with the remaining parmesan.
  • Heat oil in a pan and fry the sea bream skin-side down for 3 minutes.
  • Turn the fish and cook for another 3 minutes until done.
  • Place the cooked fish on top of the risotto.
  • Blend rocket, pine nuts, garlic, 55g parmesan, and 150ml oil into a paste.
  • Drizzle the pesto over the sea bream and serve.