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Mero en salsa de ñoras

Cultural Context

Mero en salsa de ñoras is a traditional dish from the coastal regions of Spain, particularly popular in the Mediterranean. The ñora pepper, a key ingredient, is known for its sweet and smoky flavor, adding depth to the dish. This preparation highlights the simplicity and freshness of local seafood, often enjoyed during family gatherings or special occasions. Today, variations of this dish can be found in many Spanish restaurants, showcasing the versatility of ñora sauce with different types of fish.

SpanishESmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb mero
4 ñoras
1/4 cup olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup white wine
1 tablespoon fresh thyme
1 tablespoon fresh dill
2 cups tomato, chopped
2 bay leaves
1 onion, chopped
1/4 teaspoon saffron
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
1/2 cup piquillo pepper, chopped
2 cups fish stock

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ñoras

💰Cheaper: red bell pepper

Red bell pepper can mimic the sweetness and color of ñoras.

white wine

💰Cheaper: chicken broth

Chicken broth can replace wine for a non-alcoholic version.

1

Prepare the ingredients: olive oil, salt, black pepper, mero, white wine, fresh thyme, fresh dill, tomato, bay leaves, onion, saffron, sweet paprika, piquillo pepper, and fish stock.

2

Blanch the tomatoes by scoring them, placing them in boiling water for a few seconds, then peeling off the skin.

3

Heat olive oil in a large skillet and sear the mero fillets on both sides until marked.

4

Deglaze the skillet with white wine to lift the flavors from the bottom.

5

Transfer the seared mero to the oven at 160 degrees Celsius for approximately 20 minutes.

6

Hydrate the ñoras in warm water for about 10 minutes, then remove the seeds and pulp.

7

Add the ñora pulp to the skillet along with saffron and sweet paprika, cooking until fragrant.

8

Add the fish stock and bay leaves, allowing it to simmer for five minutes before blending the mixture until smooth.

Cooking Techniques

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Equipment Needed

large skilletblendermeasuring cupsspatula

Spice Level:

🌶️🌶️🌶️Contains Alcohol

Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fishsulfites

Also Known As

Grouper in ñora sauce
Local Name: Mero en salsa de ñoras

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