Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Court of Two SistersPan-seared Gulf Fish Recipe

Pan-seared Gulf Fish Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

Lump Crabmeat Risotto, Red Swiss Chard, Chardonnay Butter and Microgreens

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Ingredients

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For the Fish

For the Red Swiss Chard

For the Chardonnay Butter

For Garnish

Method

Prepare the Risotto

  1. 1

    Sauté Onions and Garlic

    In a large saucepan, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.

  2. 2

    Cook the Rice

    Add the Arborio rice to the saucepan and stir for 2 minutes until the rice is lightly toasted. Begin adding the broth, one cup at a time, stirring frequently until the liquid is absorbed before adding more.

  3. 3

    Finish the Risotto

    Once the rice is creamy and al dente (about 18-20 minutes), remove from heat and stir in the crabmeat, Parmesan cheese, butter, salt, and black pepper. Keep warm.

Cook the Swiss Chard

  1. 4

    Sauté Chard

    In a skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds. Add the chopped Swiss chard and cook until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.

Pan-sear the Fish

  1. 5

    Prepare the Fish

    Season the Gulf fish fillets with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  2. 6

    Sear the Fish

    In a large skillet, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the fish fillets and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Make the Chardonnay Butter

  1. 7

    Prepare the Sauce

    In a small saucepan, pour in the Chardonnay and bring it to a simmer. Reduce the liquid by half, then whisk in the stick of butter until melted and smooth.

Plate the Dish

  1. 8

    Assemble the Dish

    On each plate, place a serving of crabmeat risotto, top with sautéed Swiss chard, and place the pan-seared fish on top. Drizzle with Chardonnay butter and garnish with microgreens.

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