Sorrento-style plaice fillet

17/11/2023

The Sorrento-style plaice fillet is a dish that merges the light flavors of the sea with the intense flavors of Mediterranean cuisine, particularly from the Sorrento area. Here is the recipe to prepare it.

Ingredients

4 plaice fillets
500 g of cherry tomatoes
2 cloves of garlic
200 g of buffalo mozzarella (or fior di latte)
A few leaves of fresh basil
Extra virgin olive oil
Salt and pepper to taste
Dried oregano (optional)
Pitted black olives (optional)

Preparation

Start by heating a stream of extra virgin olive oil in a large pan. Add the peeled garlic cloves and let them brown slightly.
Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and add them to the pan. Season with salt and pepper, and if you like, add a bit of dried oregano too. Cook over medium-low heat for about 10-15 minutes, until the tomatoes begin to break down and create a sauce.
Meanwhile, slice the mozzarella or cut it into cubes and let it drain to remove excess water.
Place the plaice fillets in the pan with the tomatoes, add salt and pepper to taste. Cover with a lid and cook for about 5-6 minutes. The fillets will be ready when they become white and opaque.
Add the sliced mozzarella on top of the fish fillets and let it melt slightly, still covered and over medium-low heat. If you wish, you can also add some black olives for an extra burst of flavor.
Remove the plaice fillets from the heat and garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

If buffalo mozzarella is not available, you can also use a good quality fior di latte mozzarella, which will melt perfectly with the warmth of the fish and tomato sauce.

Curiosity

Sorrento cuisine is known for the use of fresh and high-quality ingredients, and this dish is no exception. Buffalo mozzarella is especially appreciated for its creaminess and the ability to enrich dishes with a distinct taste. The Sorrento-style plaice fillet is a seafood variation of the more well-known Sorrento-style pasta, where the element of melting mozzarella is a common denominator.