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Tilapia with Hollandaise Sauce

4 servings
France Finishing in the Oven, Searing, Double Boiler

Tilapia, a delightful yet affordable fish, is a culinary favorite for many. Tilapia with Hollandaise sauce transforms tilapia into a gastronomic masterpiece that tantalizes the taste buds. One of the advantages of Tilapia is its wide availability. It’s often possible to purchase it fresh from local markets or fishmongers. Alternatively,...

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... it’s commonly stocked in the frozen section of many grocery stores, ensuring you can enjoy this versatile fish anytime. Whether you’re planning a weeknight dinner or a special occasion, Tilapia with Hollandaise sauce is a dish that promises to impress.

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Chef Tom Chef Tom Founder
January 17, 2024
  • 20 min.
  • 20
  • 2/5
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Ingredients:

Fish:

Hollandaise sauce:

*Cut butter into small pieces before melting. Then, microwave for a short time with a few seconds break between – to prevent little “explosions”. Optionally, melt the butter over medium heat with vigorous whisking.

Tools:

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Directions:

1. Fish preparation:

1.1.

Make sure that the fish fillets are properly rinsed under cold water.

1.2.

Place fish fillets on the plate.

1.3.

Pour and sprinkle these ingredients on both sides of each fillet (each fish fillet side should have about 1/8 of the ingredients shown; adjust if needed):

1.3.1.

Squeeze lemon and pour olive oil.

1.3.2.

Generously salt and pepper.

1.4.

Set aside for the later step.

2. Hollandaise sauce:

2.1.

Water bath:

2.1.1.

Prepare a water bath by placing about 1” of water into a medium pot.

2.1.2.

Bring the water to simmer on medium heat (without the mixing bowl on the top).

2.2.

Sauce base:

2.2.1. Meanwhile, place into a mixing bowl (not located on top of the pot yet):

4 egg yolks
Juice from ½ of lemon

Vigorously whisk together until nicely combined and the eggs get nicely airy (about 2 minutes).

2.3.

Cook the sauce:

2.3.1

When the water starts to simmer, lower heat to low, and put the mixing bowl with egg yolks on top of the pot.

2.3.2.

Cook while vigorously whisking for about 30 seconds (to warm the egg yolks).

2.3.3. Then start very slowly (a slow drizzle with breaks) to add:

1 stick of butter – melted

At the same time, vigorously whisk until all the butter is added and the sauce thickens (about 3-5 minutes).

2.3.4.

The final consistency should be similar to mayonnaise.

2.4.

Finishing phase:

2.4.1. Remove the bowl from the pot, and add:

¼ TSP of Cayenne pepper
Pinch of salt

Thoroughly whisk together.

2.4.2.

Taste and add salt and pepper if needed.

3. Pan sear & finish in the oven:

3.1.

Set oven to 350°F.

3.2.

Preheat a fry pan on high heat with 2 TBSP of frying oil.

3.3.

Briefly sear to reach a nice sear (about 1 – 2 minutes from each side).

3.4.

Pour the marinade over the fish and place into the preheated oven until the fish is fully cooked (about 2 – 4 minutes). *

4. Serve the tilapia with hollandaise sauce and your favorite side.

* Check with a food thermometer to make sure that you have reached the minimum recommended safe serving temperature for fish of 145°F.
Kitchen Guide

Fish

USDA minimum safe internal temperature is 145°F

Popular serving temperatures:

  • 110 – 125°F – Rare
  • 125 – 140°F – Medium Rare
  • 145 – 155°F – Medium
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