Parmesan Crusted Sautéed Sand Dabs Recipe
Lemon butter sauce, parmesan risotto & broccolini
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Ingredients
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For the Sand Dabs
For the Lemon Butter Sauce
For the Parmesan Risotto
For the Broccolini
Method
Prepare the Risotto
- 1
- 2
Add the Rice
Add the Arborio rice to the saucepan and stir for 1-2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted.
- 3
Add Broth Gradually
Pour in the broth, one cup at a time, stirring continuously. Wait until most of the liquid is absorbed before adding more. This process should take about 20 minutes.
- 4
Finish with Cheese
Once the rice is creamy and al dente, stir in the grated Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper. Keep warm.
Sauté the Sand Dabs
- 5
Prepare the Dabs
Season the sand dabs with salt and pepper. Dredge each filet in flour, then dip in beaten eggs, and finally coat with grated Parmesan cheese.
- 6
Cook the Dabs
In a large skillet, heat olive oil and butter over medium heat. Add the sand dabs and cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and keep warm.
Make the Lemon Butter Sauce
- 7
- 8
Add Lemon Juice
Stir in lemon juice and chopped parsley, then remove from heat.
Prepare the Broccolini
- 9
Sauté Broccolini
In another skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the broccolini, season with salt and pepper, and sauté until tender, about 5-7 minutes.
