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Arctic Char With Pears Recipe

A stunning recipe from the Legal Sea Foods cookbook by Roger Berkowitz & Jane Doerfer. This elegant dish features pan-seared arctic char fillets with a sweet and savory pear topping, crunchy panko crust, and a hint of ginger and Grand Marnier. Impress your guests with this 22-minute masterpiece! Serves 4.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 22 mins
Calories 384.3 kcal
Protein 12g
Rating 4.5 (4 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Arctic Char With Pears

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How to Make Arctic Char With Pears

  1. In a large bowl, toss 2 ripe but firm pears, peeled, cored, and thinly sliced, with 2 tablespoons of orange juice. Set aside.
  2. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pan over medium-low heat. Add 1/2 cup thinly sliced shallots and cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and caramelized.
  3. Drain the pear slices and gently toss with 1 tablespoon Grand Marnier, 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives, 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger, salt, and pepper to taste.
  4. Arrange the pear mixture attractively on a serving platter. Top with the caramelized shallots.
  5. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
  6. In a shallow dish, combine 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs with 1/2 teaspoon curry powder.
  7. Dip 4 (6-ounce) arctic char fillets in 1/4 cup all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess. Place fillets in a baking dish.
  8. Pat the panko mixture evenly onto the char fillets. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons melted butter.
  9. Pour 2 tablespoons of water around the fillets in the baking dish.
  10. Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until the char is cooked through and the bread crumbs are golden brown.
  11. Carefully arrange the baked char fillets over the pear mixture, ensuring the pear design is visible.
  12. Sprinkle with 1/4 cup chopped walnuts (optional).

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

11 g

Sugar

64g

Fat

32g

Carbs

17g

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