Skate with Aniseed Liqueur

Pan-fried skate wings finished in the oven, served with a rich aniseed liqueur, caper, and pine nut butter sauce.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 414.6 kcals 1658.2 kcals
Carbohydrates 14.6 grams 58.2 grams
Fat 26.5 grams 105.8 grams
Protein 28.1 grams 112.4 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
50
g
Dairy
75
g
Butter
divided into two halves
GrainsCereals
50
g
Plain Flour
seasoned with salt and freshly ground black pepper
Liquids
75
ml
Aniseed Liqueur
such as Pernod or Ricard
100
ml
NutsSeeds
1
tbsp
Seafood
4
piece
Vegetables
2
piece
Shallots
finely chopped

Steps

  • Preheat the oven to 180°C.
  • Dredge the fish in the seasoned flour.
  • Melt 37.5g of butter in a large ovenproof frying pan and fry skate wings for three minutes per side.
  • Cook the fish in the oven for three minutes until done and set aside on a warm plate.
  • Cook the shallots in the same pan over medium heat until softened.
  • Add the capers and tomato purée and fry for two minutes.
  • Add liqueur and stock, then boil for five minutes.
  • Whisk in the remaining butter and add the pine nuts.
  • Serve the skate wings topped with the sauce and fresh parsley.