Steamed Fish Fillets With Hard-Cooked Egg Sauce

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   Put eggs in small pot, cover with water and place on stove over high heat.

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   When water boils, cover, turn off heat, and set a timer for 10 minutes.

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   Meanwhile, set up steamer with at least an inch or two of water on bottom and a tight-fitting lid; bring to boil.

4. 4

   When eggs are done, cool under cold running water, peel and chop.

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   Season fish with salt and pepper and set in steamer above boiling water.

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   Fish will cook through in 5 to 10 minutes (longer if steamer is very crowded).

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   Fish is done when a thin-bladed knife inserted into thickest part meets little resistance.

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   While fish is steaming, put butter in small saucepan and turn heat to medium.

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   When its foam subsides and it begins to turn brown, add the chopped eggs and some salt and pepper, along with about 1/4 cup stock.

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    Add cream or a little more stock and bring to boil, stirring, until thoroughly blended and slightly thick; taste and adjust seasoning.

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    When the fish is done, lay it on a plate and spoon sauce over it.

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    Garnish and serve.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.