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Roasted Sablefish with Lentils

Written by Jason McKinney on

Last Updated on December 23, 2024

Roasted Sablefish with Lentils is a light, flavorful dish that highlights the delicate taste of sablefish paired with hearty, nutrient-rich lentils. The fish is seasoned with lemon zest, roasted to perfection, and served over a bed of savory lentils simmered with onion, celery, and chicken stock. Finished with a touch of sherry vinegar and fresh herbs, this dish is simple yet elegant, perfect for any occasion.

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Roasted Sablefish with Lentils

Roasted Sablefish with Lentils is a flavorful and elegant dish, perfect for a satisfying dinner. This recipe features tender sablefish, roasted to perfection with a hint of lemon zest, and served over hearty black caviar lentils simmered in a savory broth. A light yet satisfying meal, perfect for any occasion.
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Protein: Fish / Seafood
Cut: Cod
Course: Main Course
20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 2

Ingredients

  • 1 ButcherBox sablefish filets
  • 1 lemons
  • 1/2 onion
  • 1/2 bunch parsley
  • 1 bunch chives
  • 1 stalk celery
  • 1 heaping cup black caviar lentils
  • 2 cups chicken stock
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 3 tbsp unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 1½ tbsp sherry vinegar
  • kosher salt to taste

Instructions

Preparation

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F.
  • Remove the fish from its package and pat dry with paper towels.
  • Zest one whole lemon over the fish evenly, then season with salt. 
  • Allow the fish to cure for 10 minutes, then rinse under cold running water. Pat dry with a paper towel and set aside at room temperature.
  • Mince the onion and celery.
  • Pick and finely chop parsley. Thinly slice the chives.

How to Cook

  • In a medium pot over high heat, heat the olive oil.
  • Add the minced onion and celery and cook for 2-3 minutes or until translucent.  Season with a sprinkle of salt.
  • Add the chicken stock and bring to the boil.
  • Add the bay leaf and the lentils into the pot along with a pinch of salt.
  • Turn the heat down to maintain a simmer. Simmer until cooked through, about 20 minutes. Once cooked, turn the heat off and cover.
  • Place the sablefish filets onto a sheet tray and rub with olive oil.
  • Transfer the tray to the oven and cook for 10-12 minutes or until the sablefish begins to flake.
  • To plate: Place a small mound of lentils at the bottom of a plate.  Top with the sablefish filets.  Sprinkle a few drops of lemon juice on top and add one final pinch of salt to finish.  Enjoy!
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