Red Mullets in Parchment

Red mullets in parchment is a delicious and light dish, perfect for enjoying the fresh and delicate flavor of this fish. Here is how to prepare them:

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized red mullets, cleaned and gutted
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Fresh parsley to taste
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• 1 ripe tomato
• 1 lemon
• Dry white wine to taste
• Parchment paper

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 356 °F.
2. Prepare four sheets of parchment paper large enough to wrap the mullets.
3. Slice the tomato into thin slices.
4. Place a red mullet on each sheet of parchment paper, insert some chopped parsley and a garlic clove into the cavity of the gutted fish, then season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. On top of each mullet, distribute a few slices of tomato and finish with a few slices of lemon.
6. Drizzle each mullet with a stream of oil and a splash of white wine.
7. Fold the parchment paper sheets to create well-sealed parcels.
8. Arrange the parcels on a baking sheet and bake for about 15-20 minutes, until they are well puffed up.
9. Serve the red mullets directly in their parcels, being careful when opening to avoid burns from the steam.

Curiosity

Red mullets in parchment are a classic of Mediterranean cuisine, enhancing the flavor of the fish without adding fats and maintaining all the nutritional properties. Moreover, cooking in parchment allows for a dramatic presentation at the table when opening the parcels, releasing the aromas that have been concentrated inside. Enjoy your meal!