Shad Roe With Bacon and Mushrooms Recipe

Name: Shad Roe With Bacon and Mushrooms
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces; 2 shad fillets, with skin on; 2 pairs shad roe; 1/2 cup milk; Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste; Flour for dredging; ⅓ cup peanut or vegetable oil; 3 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced thin; 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried); 1/2 cup creme fraiche; Juice of 1 lemon; 2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

Servings: persons

4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 shad fillets, with skin on
2 pairs shad roe
1/2 cup milk
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Flour for dredging
⅓ cup peanut or vegetable oil
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
1/2 pound mushrooms, sliced thin
1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves (or 1/2 teaspoon dried)
1/2 cup creme fraiche
Juice of 1 lemon
2 tablespoons chopped flat-leaf parsley

1
Fry the bacon until it is crisp, drain it and warm it in a low oven.
2
Cut the shad fillets in half and place them with the roe in the milk.
3
Remove them, season them with salt and pepper and dredge them lightly in the flour, shaking off any excess.
4
Using a nonstick pan, heat the peanut or vegetable oil and saute the fillets and the roe until they are golden on both sides.
5
(This can be done in two batches if necessary).
6
Turn heat down and cook four to five minutes.
7
Handle roe carefully to prevent them from splitting.
8
Remove to heated platter and keep warm.
9
While the fish is cooking, heat the butter in another pan.
10
Add the mushrooms and thyme and cook until the former are golden brown.
11
Stir in the creme fraiche and the lemon juice and season to taste with salt and pepper.
12
Pour the sauce onto the fish and sprinkle with parsley and bacon.
13
Serve at once.

450

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 slices thick-cut bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces, 2 shad fillets, with skin on, 2 pairs shad roe, 1/2 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Shad Roe With Bacon and Mushrooms falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

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Shad Roe With Bacon and Mushrooms

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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