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Merluza en Salsa de Azafrán - Receta casera deliciosa y fácil de hacer

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Braised Fish with Saffron

Cultural Context

Braised Fish with Saffron is a dish that reflects the rich culinary traditions of Mediterranean coastal regions, particularly Spain. Saffron, often referred to as 'red gold', is a prized spice that adds a unique flavor and vibrant color to seafood dishes. This dish is often served during special occasions and celebrations, showcasing the importance of seafood in Mediterranean diets. Today, variations of this dish can be found in many coastal cuisines around the world, adapting local fish and flavors while maintaining the essence of saffron.

MediterraneanESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
merluza
cebolla
diente de ajo
tomate
vino blanco
caldo de pescado
azafrán
harina
perejil

white fish fillets

🥗Healthier: firm tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Firm tofu provides a similar texture, while canned tuna is more economical.

white wine

🥗Healthier: non-alcoholic white wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Non-alcoholic wine maintains flavor, while broth is a budget-friendly substitute.

saffron threads

💰Cheaper: turmeric

Turmeric offers a similar color but with a different flavor profile.

fish stock

💰Cheaper: vegetable broth

Vegetable broth is a cost-effective alternative with a different flavor.

1

Pochamos la cebolla y el diente de ajo.

2

Añadimos el tomate partido en trozos pequeños y dejamos reducir unos cinco minutos.

3

Ponemos el vino blanco y dejamos que evapore el alcohol.

4

Añadimos el caldo de pescado y el azafrán majado en el mortero, lo dejamos a fuego fuerte unos cinco minutos.

5

Añadimos las ruedas de merluza pasadas por harina y les ponemos perejil por encima.

6

Pasados cinco minutos les damos la vuelta y ponemos más perejil.

7

En unos diez minutos en total tenemos la merluza lista.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbraising

Equipment Needed

mortero

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishshellfish

Also Known As

Saffron Braised FishFish in Saffron Sauce
Local Name: Pescado a la salsa de azafrán

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