Chocolate Covered Fish
Take your taste buds on a bold adventure with this one-of-a-kind Chocolate Covered Fish recipe, where savory meets sweet in the most unexpected way. Tender white fish fillets, such as cod, haddock, or tilapia, are pan-fried to golden perfection and then luxuriously coated in a silky dark chocolate glaze made with 70% cocoa, butter, and cream. A sprinkle of chopped pistachios and fresh parsley adds a delightful crunch and pop of color, elevating this creative dish to gourmet status. Perfect as a unique appetizer or daring main course, this recipe is a surprising fusion of flavors that will impress dinner guests and adventurous eaters alike. Serve it with a crisp side salad or roasted vegetables for a truly unforgettable dining experience. Keywords: chocolate-covered fish, unique seafood recipes, sweet and savory fish, gourmet appetizers, chocolate glaze.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces White fish fillet (e.g., cod, haddock, or tilapia)
- 200 grams Dark chocolate (70% cocoa or higher)
- 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 50 milliliters Heavy cream
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup All-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (for frying)
- 2 tablespoons Chopped pistachios (optional, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the fish fillets dry with a paper towel and season both sides with sea salt and black pepper.
Dredge the fillets lightly in all-purpose flour, shaking off any excess.
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Fry the fish fillets for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate to absorb excess oil. Set aside.
In a heatproof bowl, melt the dark chocolate gently using a double boiler or in the microwave in 15-second increments, stirring after each interval.
Once melted, stir in the unsalted butter and heavy cream until smooth and glossy.
Using tongs or a fork, dip each cooked fish fillet into the chocolate mixture, ensuring it is coated evenly. Place the chocolate-covered fillets on a parchment-lined tray.
Sprinkle each fillet with chopped pistachios and parsley for garnish, if desired, while the chocolate is still slightly warm and pliable.
Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature for 10-15 minutes, or place the tray in the refrigerator for faster setting.
Serve immediately as a daring appetizer or main course, paired with a fresh side salad or roasted vegetables.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2101 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 160.2 g | 205% | |
| Saturated Fat | 77.7 g | 388% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 112 mg | 37% | |
| Sodium | 2387 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 142.3 g | 52% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.2 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.1 g | ||
| Protein | 25.1 g | 50% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 181 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 27.5 mg | 153% | |
| Potassium | 1662 mg | 35% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
