Orata all'acqua Pazza (Poached Sea Bream) Recipe

Name: Orata all'acqua Pazza (Poached Sea Bream)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Sea Bream; 20 Manila clams; 1 pack Snap peas (strings removed); 6 Cherry tomatoes; 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil; 1 tbsp Garlic (minced); 2 tsp Basil (dried); 1 tsp Oregano (dried); 1 tsp Thyme (dried); 100 ml White wine; 50 ml Water; 1 dash Salt

Servings: persons

1 Sea Bream
20 Manila clams
1 pack Snap peas (strings removed)
6 Cherry tomatoes
3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
1 tbsp Garlic (minced)
2 tsp Basil (dried)
1 tsp Oregano (dried)
1 tsp Thyme (dried)
100 ml White wine
50 ml Water
1 dash Salt

1
Remove the scales, guts and gills from the fish (ask your fishmonger to do this for you).
2
Make 2 diagonal and parallel slits on each side of the fish.
3
In a deep pan, add 2 tablespoons of olive oil and the garlic.
4
Heat the oil gradually over a low heat.
5
When fragrant, add the fish, presentation-side down.
6
When golden brown, flip the fish.
7
Add the manila clams and white wine.
8
Flambe the wine to evaporate the alcohol (alternatively, reduce the wine by half.)
9
Add water and cover the pan.
10
Steam over a medium-heat.
11
Once the clams open, add the snap peas and cherry tomatoes.
12
When the snap peas are bright green, it's done.
13
Drizzle the fish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and plate at the table.
14
Add salt if desired.

157

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Sea Bream, 20 Manila clams, 1 pack Snap peas (strings removed), 6 Cherry tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Orata all'acqua Pazza (Poached Sea Bream) falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Orata all'acqua Pazza (Poached Sea Bream)

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