Salt-crusted fish with Manzanilla Cacereña (AOVE).

One of the best-kept secrets in culinary art is the wisdom of combining ingredients and cooking techniques to create exceptional dishes. Today, we are going to talk about salt-crusted fish with a subtle touch of Manzanilla Cacereña Extra Virgin Olive Oil (AOVE) and its magnificent partner, apple puree. The star ingredient? The Manzanilla Cacereña Extra Virgin Olive Oil>>, a gourmet treasure that elevates this dish to new heights.

Cooking Technique: Maximizing the Salt-Crusted Fish

The salt-crusted fish cooking technique is a traditional method that imparts unparalleled flavor and texture to the fish. The salt acts as a miniature oven, retaining moisture and cooking the fish evenly, resulting in juicy and tender fish.

For true gourmets, it is imperative to finish this process with a drizzle of Manzanilla Cacereña AOVE.

Fish Guide: Making the Most of Salt-Crusted Fish

The salt-crusted fish technique is often used with species such as sea bream, sea bass, corvina, or snapper, ideally around 1 to 1.5 kilograms, or even larger for optimal results. However, it is not limited to these species; any other type of white fish with firm texture will also benefit from this cooking method. It’s just a matter of experimenting and discovering what you like best.

The Role of Manzanilla Cacereña Extra Virgin Olive Oil

This high-quality olive oil is not only a crucial element in our kitchen but also offers health benefits>> thanks to its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Its bitter, spicy, and very fruity flavor complements any fish perfectly, enhancing its taste without overwhelming the palate. It’s an ingredient that should not be missing in your kitchen if you seek authentic flavor and gourmet quality.

Perfect Combination: Apple Puree

Apple puree is the perfect partner for our salt-crusted fish. The sweet and tangy flavor of the apple contrasts and balances the salty taste of the fish, creating a culinary experience that delights the senses. This puree is simple to prepare: just peel and cut the apples, cook them with water, olive oil, and lemon juice, and finally, blend them into a smooth puree with a hand blender.

The Gourmet Experience at Home

Preparing a salt-crusted fish with apple puree and Manzanilla Cacereña Extra Virgin Olive Oil is not only a way to enjoy a gourmet meal at home but also an opportunity to experience the magic of combining flavors and textures. We invite you to explore and indulge in this unique culinary experience.

Preparation of the Dish:

Salt Crust Fish Cooking is a method done by covering the fish with a thick layer of salt and baking it. Coarse salt, also known as sea salt, is an unrefined salt collected from the evaporation of seawater. Its texture is larger and thicker than standard table salt. It is often used in cooking and in the preparation of certain dishes, such as salt-crusted fish, where the salt acts as a layer to retain the moisture and flavor of the fish during cooking.

The salt helps cook the fish evenly and maintain its moisture, resulting in a juicy and flavorful fish.

Below are the general steps for cooking fish in salt, based on the search results:

Prepare the Salt Crust:

• Mix two kilograms of coarse salt. The salt can also be moistened with water or egg white to make the salt crust more compact.

Place the Fish on the Baking Tray:

• Arrange the fish on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, a Silpat mat, or alternatively, in a clay dish.

Cover the Fish with Salt:

• Cover the fish with the salt mixture, pressing the salt firmly and leaving the tail and head exposed, starting from the eye.

Score the Salt with a Knife:

• Create a contour around the fish with a knife, scoring the salt.

Bake the Fish:

• Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F) and bake the fish for about 20 to 45 minutes, depending on its size. Baking times may vary according to the recipe, but generally, it is baked for about 18 to 28 minutes per kilogram of fish.

Unmold the Fish:

• After roasting the fish, open the salt crust with a knife and remove the top part as if it were a lid, making it easier to take the fish out of the salt.

 

Apple Puree:

To make apple puree, peel and cut the apples into pieces, cook them in a pot with water, butter, or olive oil, and lemon juice until they are soft, and then create a puree with a hand blender.

 

A AOVE Experience to Share

Preparing salt-crusted fish with apple puree and enhancing it with a generous drizzle of Manzanilla Cacereña Extra Virgin Olive Oil (AOVE) is not only a way to enjoy a gourmet meal at home but also to experience the magic of combining flavors and textures.

We invite you to explore and indulge in this unique culinary experience.

In summary:

Cooking salt-crusted fish and serving it with apple puree and a subtle touch of premium Manzanilla Cacereña Extra Virgin Olive Oil>> is a true gourmet delight. Dare to experiment with these ingredients and discover a new world of flavors.

Now it’s your turn! Ready to impress your guests with this delicious recipe? Don’t wait any longer; gourmet cooking is at your fingertips. Enjoy your meal!