Fillet of Fish With Leek Sauce

1. 1

   Sprinkle fish on all sides with salt and pepper.

2. 2

   Trim off root ends of leeks.

3. 3

   Cut each leek crosswise in half.

4. 4

   Put upper green portion to another use, such as soup, or discard.

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   Slice white part of leek lengthwise and rinse thoroughly between the leaves.

6. 6

   Cut into thin strips, then into very thin cubes.

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   There should be about 3 1/2 cups.

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   Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a skillet and add shallots.

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   Cook briefly, stirring, and add leeks.

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    Cook, stirring, about 2 minutes and add wine and fish broth or clam juice.

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    Cover closely and cook 5 minutes.

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    Uncover and cook until most of the liquid evaporates.

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    Swirl in 6 tablespoons of butter and the chives or parsley.

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    Add salt and pepper.

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    Heat remaining 1 tablespoon of butter in a large, heavy skillet and add fish fillets.

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    Cook about 2 minutes on one side or until golden brown.

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    Cook about 1 minute on second side.

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    Cooking time will depend on thickness of fillets.

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    This may have to be done in two batches.

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    Spoon equal batches of the leek mixture into centers of four warmed plates.

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    Cover each portion with one cooked fillet.

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    Spoon 1 teaspoon of lemon juice over each fillet and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.