Sole Steamed with Tomato-Leek Sauce

Sole Steamed with Tomato-Leek Sauce
  • PREP TIME
    20 mins
  • COOK TIME
    20 mins
  • TOTAL TIME
    40 mins
  • SERVING
    2 People
  • VIEWS
    110

Experience the delicate dance of flavors as tender sole fillets are gently steamed in a luscious tomato-leek sauce, infused with aromatic herbs and a whisper of white wine. A light yet satisfying dish, perfect for a sophisticated weeknight meal.

Ingridients

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Nutrition

  • Carbohydrate
    16 g
  • Cholesterol
    89 mg
  • Fiber
    3 g
  • Protein
    34 g
  • Saturated Fat
    2 g
  • Sodium
    161 mg
  • Sugar
    7 g
  • Fat
    9 g
  • Unsaturated Fat
    0 g

DIRECTIONS

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01 Step

Recipe View Prepare the Aromatic Base: In a skillet with a tight-fitting lid, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the sliced leeks and minced garlic. Sauté for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the leeks begin to soften and become translucent. (Time: 3-5 minutes)

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02 Step

Recipe View Develop the Sauce: Pour in the white wine, increase the heat slightly, and bring to a gentle simmer. Allow the wine to reduce slightly, about 2-3 minutes. Add the chopped tomatoes, chicken broth, dried thyme, and dried dill weed. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Stir to combine. (Time: 5 minutes)

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03 Step

Recipe View Steam the Sole: Gently lay the sole fillets on top of the tomato-leek sauce in the skillet. Ensure the fillets are not overlapping for even cooking. Cover the skillet tightly with the lid. (Time: 1 minute)

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04 Step

Recipe View Cook to Perfection: Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. The exact cooking time will depend on the thickness of the sole fillets. (Time: 8-10 minutes)

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05 Step

Recipe View Serve and Garnish: Carefully remove the sole fillets from the skillet using a spatula. Place each fillet on a serving plate and spoon the tomato-leek sauce generously over the top. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve immediately.

For a richer sauce, add a tablespoon of butter at the end of cooking.
Feel free to substitute other mild white fish fillets, such as flounder or cod.
If you don't have dried dill weed, use 2 teaspoons of fresh dill, chopped.
A squeeze of lemon juice adds brightness to the finished dish.

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RECIPE REVIEWS

Avarage Rating: 4.2/ 5 ( 36 Ratings)
Total Reviews: (3)
  • Leola Dicki

    I substituted cod for the sole, and it worked perfectly. A new family favorite!

  • Anabelle Gusikowski

    This was surprisingly easy and delicious! The sauce is so flavorful.

  • Madisen Gutkowski

    The thyme and dill combination is just perfect. Will definitely make again.

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