Shark Amandine

Shark Amandine is an elegant yet approachable main course that highlights the firm, meaty texture of shark fillets. The fish is broiled to perfection and finished with a luxurious sauce made from melted butter, sherry, and fresh lemon juice. The defining feature of this dish is the topping: slivered almonds toasted in butter until golden, mixed with fresh parsley and crispy bacon bits for a delightful crunch and smoky depth. This combination creates a beautiful contrast between the delicate, flaky fish and the rich, nutty garnish. It is perfect for a special weeknight dinner or a casual gathering where you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve with simple roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Main Courses

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 4

Calories: 391.5

Dietary: Gluten-free

Description

Shark Amandine is an elegant yet approachable main course that highlights the firm, meaty texture of shark fillets. The fish is broiled to perfection and finished with a luxurious sauce made from melted butter, sherry, and fresh lemon juice. The defining feature of this dish is the topping: slivered almonds toasted in butter until golden, mixed with fresh parsley and crispy bacon bits for a delightful crunch and smoky depth. This combination creates a beautiful contrast between the delicate, flaky fish and the rich, nutty garnish. It is perfect for a special weeknight dinner or a casual gathering where you want to impress without spending hours in the kitchen. Serve with simple roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes to soak up the delicious sauce.

Ingredients

1/2 cups Slivered almonds
2 tablespoons Butter
2 tablespoons Chopped parsley
6 tablespoons Melted butter
1/4 teaspoons Freshly ground pepper
2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 Fillets Shark
4 tablespoons Sherry
1/2 lbs Bacon; fried and crumbled
1 tablespoons Grated lemon rind

Directions

1
Preheat the broiler. Lightly brown the slivered almonds in 2 tablespoons of butter in a small skillet over medium heat, then set aside.
2
In a small bowl, combine the melted butter, sherry, lemon juice, grated lemon rind, chopped parsley, and freshly ground pepper to create the sauce.
3
Pat the shark fillets dry and place them on a broiler pan.
4
Rub both sides of the fillets with the sherry mixture or simply sprinkle with pepper, then spoon some of the butter-lemon mixture over each fillet.
5
Broil the fillets for 5 to 10 minutes, depending on their thickness. Turn the fillets over, spoon on more of the butter sauce, and continue broiling until the fish is cooked through but still moist.
6
Remove the fillets to a serving platter.
7
Sprinkle the fillets with the toasted almonds, crumbled bacon, and chopped green onions.
8
Garnish with lemon wedges and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 391.5kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 39.3g61%
Saturated Fat 16.4g82%
Cholesterol 64.5mg22%
Sodium 193.0mg9%
Total Carbohydrate 7.4g3%
Dietary Fiber 3.9g16%
Sugars 1.6g
Protein 6.7g14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Do not overcook the shark or it will become dry. Shark meat is firm and cooks relatively quickly.

Swordfish or mahi-mahi may be substituted if shark is unavailable; these fish have a similar meaty texture.

Ensure the almonds are toasted just until golden to avoid bitterness.

Keywords: shark, almonds, amandine, bacon, lemon, butter, broiled, seafood, sherry, parsley, green onions, french style, dinner, easy, quick, toasted, fillets, crunchy, rich, classic

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