Sorrentina-Style Sole Fillets (Filetto di Platessa alla Sorrentina)
Category: Main Courses
Serves: 4
This delightful dish, Sorrentina-Style Sole Fillets, brings together the delicate flavor of sole with a rich, savory tomato sauce, highlighted by the tang of black olives and aromatic oregano. Itβs a Mediterranean-inspired main course thatβs simple to prepare yet brimming with vibrant flavors. A perfect choice for family dinners or a cozy weekend meal.
Ingredients:
| Ingredient | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Sole fillets (Platessa) | 250g |
| Garlic | 1 clove |
| Tomato passata | 400g |
| Black olives | 30g |
| Extra virgin olive oil | 25g |
| Oregano (dried) | 3 tsp |
| Salt | To taste |
| Black pepper | To taste |
| All-purpose flour (00) | 20g |
| Fresh basil leaves | 5 leaves |
Instructions:
| Step | Description |
|---|---|
| 1 | Begin by slicing the black olives into thin rounds. Set them aside. |
| 2 | In a saucepan, pour the tomato passata, add the sliced olives, and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the sauce simmer gently over low heat to meld the flavors. |
| 3 | Prepare the sole fillets. In a small bowl, finely chop the dried oregano. Spread the all-purpose flour on a flat surface or plate, and mix in the chopped oregano and a pinch of salt. |
| 4 | Dredge the sole fillets in the seasoned flour, pressing gently with your fingers to ensure the coating sticks evenly on both sides. |
| 5 | Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the fillets and cook them for about 2 minutes on each side, turning them carefully with kitchen tongs to achieve a golden brown crust. |
| 6 | Once the fillets are golden and crispy, remove them from the skillet and immediately transfer them into the simmering tomato and olive sauce. Allow the fillets to cook in the sauce for an additional 2 minutes, letting them absorb the flavors. |
| 7 | Turn off the heat and garnish the dish with fresh basil leaves for an aromatic touch. Serve the fillets hot, and enjoy a taste of the Mediterranean! |
Cooking Tips:
- Serving Suggestion: Serve the fillets with a side of crusty bread or over a bed of spaghetti for a more substantial meal.
- Wine Pairing: A light, crisp white wine, such as Pinot Grigio or Vermentino, will pair wonderfully with the fresh flavors of the sole and the tomato sauce.
This Sorrentina-style sole is a true celebration of fresh, Mediterranean ingredients that come together in a harmonious and flavorful dish. With its subtle tang from the olives, aromatic notes from the oregano, and the comforting richness of the tomato sauce, itβs a meal that will leave everyone at the table asking for seconds.
