Wild Striped Bass Recipe

Preparation

1. 1

   Prepare the Gigante Bean Ragu

   In a large pot, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and crushed red pepper flakes, sautéing until fragrant, about 1 minute.

2. 2

   Add Beans and Tomato Paste

   Stir in the gigante beans (if using dried, make sure they are soaked and cooked beforehand), tomato paste, and vegetable broth. Bring to a simmer and let it cook for 15-20 minutes until the beans are tender and the mixture thickens slightly.

3. 3

   Finish the Ragu

   Stir in heavy cream and half of the grated Parmesan cheese. Season with salt and black pepper to taste. Let it simmer for an additional 5 minutes, then remove from heat.

4. 4

   Cook the Rapini Salsa Rosa

   In a separate pan, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the rapini and sauté for about 5-7 minutes until tender. Season with salt and pepper, then add lemon juice and stir well.

5. 5

   Cook the Wild Striped Bass

   Season the striped bass fillets with salt and black pepper. In a large skillet over medium-high heat, add a little olive oil and cook the fish for 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown and cooked through.

6. 6

   Plate the Dish

   On a plate, serve a generous scoop of gigante bean ragu, top with the sautéed rapini, and place the wild striped bass on top. Garnish with the remaining Parmesan cheese.