Fiori di Eglefino, Butternut Squash & Pesto
Category: Main Courses
Serves: 2
Ingredients
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Eglefino (Haddock) | 2 fillets |
| Butternut Squash | 1 kg |
| Water | 60 g |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | q.b. |
| Fine Salt | q.b. |
| Black Pepper | q.b. |
| Lemon Zest | ½ lemon |
| Garlic | 2 cloves |
| Fresh Basil | 20 g |
| Pine Nuts | 20 g |
| Extra Virgin Olive Oil | 80 g |
Instructions
Step 1: Preparing the Squash
Begin by peeling and cleaning the butternut squash. Cut it into cubes, then transfer the pieces into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, and season generously with salt and black pepper. Add minced garlic and lemon zest to the squash, ensuring everything is well mixed.
Step 2: Baking the Squash
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Spread the seasoned squash evenly into a square baking dish, measuring about 24×24 cm (9×9 inches). Place the two haddock fillets in the center of the squash. Drizzle a little extra virgin olive oil over the fish for extra flavor.
Step 3: Making the Pesto
In a small bowl, combine the pine nuts, 80g of olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Using an immersion blender or food processor, blend these ingredients together until you achieve a smooth, homogenous pesto. You can add a touch more olive oil if needed to reach your desired consistency. Set this pesto aside in the fridge until ready to serve.
Step 4: Baking the Dish
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for approximately 25 minutes, or until the squash is tender and the haddock fillets are cooked through.
Step 5: Serving the Dish
Once done, remove the dish from the oven. Gently transfer the haddock fillets onto a serving plate, accompanied by the roasted squash. Spoon the homemade pesto over the top, ensuring everything is well coated.
Your Fiori di Eglefino, Butternut Squash & Pesto is now ready to be served! Enjoy this delightful and savory dish, perfect for any occasion.
This recipe combines the lightness of haddock with the sweetness of roasted butternut squash, elevated by a fresh, nutty pesto. Ideal for a comforting yet refined meal.
