Teresa's Recipes
Merluza a La Gallega (Galician Style Hake)
Merluza a la Gallega, fondly known as Merluza a la Koskera, is a cherished dish hailing from the verdant Galicia region of Spain. This simple yet hearty dish showcases the delicate flavors of hake, a popular fish in Spanish cuisine, complemented by earthy potatoes and sweet peas, all bathed in a savory garlic-infused white wine sauce. A sprinkle of fresh parsley completes this culinary masterpiece, offering a sensational feast for your senses.
Ingredients
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons, finely chopped Fresh parsley
- 1/2 cup White wine
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 cup, fresh or frozen Green peas
- 2 large, peeled and thinly sliced Potatoes
- 4 (6-ounce) fillets Hake fillets
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 12g
- Carbs: 30g
- Protein: 35g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Sugar: 3g
Instructions
- Warm the extra virgin olive oil in a sizable pan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté until it releases its aromatic scent, approximately 1 minute.
- Incorporate the thinly sliced potatoes into the pan, stir well, and continue to cook until they begin to soften, about 10 minutes.
- Nestle the hake fillets among the potatoes in the pan. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
- Pour the white wine over the hake and potatoes, then scatter the peas evenly across the pan.
- Cover the pan, reduce the heat to low, and allow the dish to simmer gently for about 15 minutes, or until the hake is flaky and the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Just before serving, garnish the dish with a sprinkle of freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant pop of color and freshness.
Tips
- For an authentic touch, use a Spanish white wine such as Albariño or Verdejo.
- You can substitute hake with cod or any other white fish of your choice.
- Feel free to add other vegetables such as carrots or bell peppers for additional flavor and color.