Herb Plaice Rolls

Herb plaice rolls are a light and flavorful dish that combines the flavors of the sea with the freshness of aromatic herbs. Here’s how to prepare them, with an Italian touch:

Ingredients

• 4 plaice fillets
• Salt and pepper to taste
• A few strands of chives
• A handful of fresh parsley
• A few basil leaves
• 2 cloves of garlic
• Extra virgin olive oil
• Lemon juice
• A glass of white wine

Preparation

1. Start by washing and thoroughly drying the plaice fillets. You can gently beat them if they are too thick to make sure they roll up easily.
2. Prepare a mix of aromatic herbs with parsley, chives, and basil. Add the finely chopped garlic and mix.
3. Lay out the plaice fillets and season them with a pinch of salt and pepper.
4. Evenly distribute the mix of aromatic herbs over each plaice fillet.
5. Gently roll up the fillets on themselves to form rolls. Secure the rolls with toothpicks to keep them closed during cooking.
6. In a non-stick pan, heat a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and gently place the rolls in.
7. Brown the rolls on all sides, then deglaze with the white wine and let the alcohol evaporate.
8. Lower the heat, cover with a lid, and let cook for about 5-7 minutes, or until the plaice fillets are cooked through.
9. At the end of cooking, sprinkle some lemon juice to enhance the flavor of the fish and herbs.

You can serve the herb plaice rolls with a fresh mixed salad or grilled vegetables for a light but flavorful meal.

Curiosity

Plaice is a flatfish that is mainly found in the cold waters of Northern Europe. Its white and delicate flesh makes it ideal for various cooking methods, and rolls are just one of the many tasty recipes you can create with this fish.