Saucy fish & chips

17 September 2015 - 02:12 By Sunday Times Food Weekly

This is a great alternative to fish in batter. Ingredients4 hake fillets30ml (2 tbsp) cornflourSalt and pepper60ml (4 tbsp) olive oil1 onion, finely chopped4 celery sticks, finely sliced150g green olives, pitted and chopped100g capers, drained and rinsed1 garlic clove, finely chopped45ml (3 tbsp) white wine45ml (3 tbsp) white wine vinegar200ml fresh cream30ml (2 tbsp) lemon juiceFreshly chopped chives, to serveToss the fish in the cornflour, season and set aside.MethodHeat half the oil in a pan and fry the onion and celery until softened. Add the olives, capers and garlic and fry for 2 minutes.Add the wine and let the alcohol evaporate, then add the vinegar. Reduce the heat and stir in the cream, then the lemon juice. Season to taste.Heat the remaining oil in a hot griddle pan and fry the fish for about 3-5 minutes on each side until cooked through.Serve immediately with the sauce, chives and chips (optional). Serves 4...

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