Bite with Belkys: Branzino with Green Beans from Vesper American Brasserie

The Chef: Frank Ferreiro
The Restaurant: Vesper American Brasserie
The Dish: Branzino with Green Beans

Ingredients:

5-6 oz. filet of branzino
3 Tbs. of extra virgin olive oil
1/2 a shallot, minced
2 garlic cloves, minced
10 peppercorns
2 bay leaves
4 stems of fresh thyme
1/2 cup of brandy
juice of 1 orange
juice of 1 lemon juice
1/2 cup of champagne
1/2 cup of heavy cream
2 Tbs. of butter
green beans
salt and pepper, to taste

Method of Preparation:

-In a hot pan with extra virgin olive oil, sauté shallots, garlic, peppercorns, bay leaf, thyme and a shot of brandy. Let this reduce.

-Then, add orange juice, lemon juice, champagne and a little heavy cream. Strain the sauce and place back in the pan over low heat. After, slowly whisk in soft butter.

-Now, season the branzino with salt and pepper and grill. Finish the fish in a 400 degree oven for about three minutes.

-Lastly, prepare some vegetables. Chef Frank sautés garlic with green beans. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.

To Plate:

Start with the green beans, place the fish on top and drizzle the sauce all around. You can garnish with a little salad.

Serves: 1

Serving Suggestion: Chardonnay

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

Vesper American Brasserie
1801 Collins Ave
Miami Beach, FL 33139
(305) 341-1500
www.vespersouthbeach.com