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Aċċiola Al Cartoccio

Indulge in this vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish: a flaky Aċċiola fish baked to perfection and bursting with flavour.
  • 1 Aċċiola (Greater Amberjack) Fish
  • 4 tbs EV Olive Oil
  • 200g Cherry Tomatoes
  • 1 Lemon
  • 1 Onion
  • 2 Cloves of Garlic
  • Handful of Fresh Parsley
  • 100g Calamata Olives
  • 400g Russell Potatoes
  • Basil Oil For serving:
  • Handful of Fresh Basil
  • 200ml EV Olive Oil
  • Salt & Pepper to taste

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

  • Calories: ≈ 895 kcal
  • Protein: ≈ 39g
  • Fat: ≈ 54g
  • Carbohydrates: ≈ 50g

Method

step 01

Slice open the bottom of the fish and clean. Add Slices of Lemon.

step 02

In a bowl mix the EV olive oil , cherry tomatoes, chopped onion, cloves of garlic, handful of ffresh parsley & calamata olives.

step 03

Transfer the Aċċiola to a tray lined with carta forno and add the bowl ingredients on top. Close and seal with foil. Add Potatoes to the dish and bake in the oven at 180°C for 20 mins and 10 mins uncovered.

step 04

While the Aċċiola is cooking prepare a Basil Oil for serving by blending a handful of fresh basil, EV olive oil and Salt & Pepper to taste.

step 05

Peel off the skin & remove bones. Serve the Aċċiola fillets with potatoes and veggies on the side and a drizzle of basil oil on top. Enjoy!

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