Fish Quenelles Recipe - Kosher Food - Jewish Diets And Cuisines

Fish Quenelles Recipe - Kosher Food - Jewish Diets And Cuisines

Fish Quenelles Recipe - Kosher Food - Jewish Diets And Cuisines




Fish quenelles are a classic French dish that are light and airy dumplings made with fish. Here's a recipe for fish quenelles that you can try at home:



Ingredients:



- 1 lb. of kosher fish fillets, skin removed and cut into small pieces
- 2 egg whites
- 1/2 cup of heavy cream
- 1/4 cup of breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup of butter
- 1/4 cup of flour
- 2 cups of fish or chicken broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Pinch of nutmeg
- Lemon wedges and chopped parsley for garnish



Instructions:




1. Preheat the oven to 375°F.

2. In a food processor, puree the fish until it becomes a smooth paste.

3. In a mixing bowl, whisk the egg whites until they form stiff peaks.

4. In a separate bowl, mix together the fish paste, heavy cream, breadcrumbs, salt, pepper, and nutmeg.

5. Gently fold in the egg whites into the fish mixture until well combined.

6. Using a spoon or a pastry bag, shape the mixture into small oval dumplings (quenelles).

7. In a large pot, bring the fish or chicken broth to a boil.

8. Carefully place the quenelles into the broth and simmer for 5-7 minutes, or until they float to the surface.

9. Remove the quenelles from the broth with a slotted spoon and place them in a baking dish.

10. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and whisk until smooth.

11. Gradually add the broth from the pot to the saucepan, whisking constantly until the sauce thickens.

12. Pour the sauce over the quenelles in the baking dish.

13. Bake in the oven for 10-15 minutes, or until the quenelles are golden brown.

14. Garnish with lemon wedges and chopped parsley before serving.

Enjoy your delicious fish quenelles!

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