Hake In White Wine (Merluza A La Vasca)

1. 1

   Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

2. 2

   Season the flour generously with salt and pepper (depending on the size of your fillets, you may need extra seasoned flour).

3. 3

   Dredge the skin side of the hake fillets in the seasoned flour, shake off the excess, and set aside.

4. 4

   Heat a shallow flameproof casserole over high heat until you can feel the rising heat. Add the oil and heat until hot, about 30 seconds.

5. 5

   Add the hake fillets, skin side down, and cook for about 3 minutes until the skin is golden brown.

6. 6

   Turn the fish over and season with salt and pepper (to taste).

7. 7

   Pour in the wine and add the garlic, scallions, and parsely.

8. 8

   Transfer the casserole to oven and bake, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until the fish flakes easily.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.