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Sesame-Crusted Ocean Trout on Choy Sum & Mirin Vinaigrette

Posted on Apr 23rd, 2015
by Paul Hegeman
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  • Seafood Recipes
SESAME CRUSTED OCEAN TROUT

This is a shining example of the less complicated a dish is, the better it is.

Each ingredient in this recipe is served very near to its natural state and this lack of having been ‘messed’ with results in a simple yet sophisticated combination. The flavours in this dish do all the hard work for you, fresh ocean trout complemented by an effortless sesame crust and seared beautifully rare, the fresh cucumber and the just picked tender baby herbs simply glazed with the distinctive flavours of fresh lime, mirin and fiery chilli.

The best thing about this lack of complication is exactly that; uncomplicated cooking for you. Serve this next time you want to impress your guests with a fresh, clean and sophisticated dinner and give yourself a stress free night in the kitchen.

Note: Remember pretty much all of the preparation except for the cooking of the fish and cutting and adding the herbs can be done well in advance. Good luck, not that you need it as this one is a guaranteed winner and enjoy your evening.

SESAME CRUSTED OCEAN TROUT

Sesame-Crusted Ocean Trout on Choy Sum & Mirin Vinaigrette

Paul Hegeman
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 10 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Asian, International
Servings 4 servings

Ingredients
  

Fish:

  • 4 pieces ocean trout fillets
  • 1/2 cup sesame seeds
  • 1/2 cup black sesame seeds
  • sea salt flakes
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • peanut oil

Choy Sum:

  • 1 large choy sum
  • 1 tablespoon peanut oil
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce

Vinaigrette and garnish:

  • 2 tablespoons mirin
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 3 red birds eye chillis
  • 2 Lebanese cucumbers
  • 2 tablespoons purple onion
  • 4 types of live baby/micro herbs

Instructions
 

Vinaigrette:

  • Place the mirin, sesame oil, sugar, lime juice and lime zest in a mixing bowl and mix until sugar is dissolved.
  • Add the chillies, cucumber and onion.
  • Taste for seasoning and season with salt and pepper as required.
  • Cut the baby herbs about 1 cm (1/2 inch) above the soil line. Shake clean or wash if necessary. Shake as dry as possible. Set aside.

Choy Sum:

  • Cut the woody base off the stalks of choy sum.
  • Cut the remaining leaves and stems in half.
  • Wash off any dirt under running water.
  • Shake off excess water and dry thoroughly with paper towel.

Fish:

  • Preheat oven to 150 ℃ (300 ℉).
  • Place the sesame seeds in a medium sized shallow dish or plate.
  • Add some sea salt and pepper (approx 1 tsp each).
  • Mix around thoroughly.
  • Take the fish and press the side that used to have the skin on it (the less pretty side) into the sesame mixture and set aside.
  • Place some peanut oil in a non-stick pan and place over high heat.
  • Once hot, add 2 pieces of fish, sesame side down.
  • Cook for 1-2 minutes or until golden. (use a fork to pick up the thick end and have a look underneath)
  • Turn and cook a further 1-2 minutes on the other side.
  • Remove and set aside.
  • Repeat process with 2 remaining pieces.
  • Place in oven to keep warm. (do not leave in for more than 5 minutes while you complete the assembly process).

Assembly:

  • Line up your 4 serving plates.
  • Place a wok or large frying pan over high heat and add peanut oil.
  • Once very hot, add choy sum and toss for a few seconds.
  • Add sesame oil and sweet soy.
  • Toss until vibrant green and nicely glazed.
  • Place a small amount on the centre of each plate, scrunch them up if need be to keep them in the centre.
  • Add some of the remaining pan juices to each pile of choy sum.
  • Remove the fish from the oven and place on top of the choy sum, sesame side up.
  • Toss the herbs in cucumber, chilli and onion dressing.
  • Using your hand, lift out a big pinch of the herbs, allow to drain of excess liquid and place on top of the fish.
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Sesame Crusted Ocean Trout on Choy Sum with Cucumber and Micro Herbs in a Thai Chilli and Mirin Vinaigrette

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Paul Hegeman

Paul is a personal Chef to exclusive Sydney clients and is also our most frequently contributing writer. Paul was born in The Netherlands and moved to Canada at a very young age. Experience with traditional European meals at home and the diverse multicultural influence of foods in Canada gave Paul a great appreciation for different culinary styles. Over the years Paul traveled extensively and worked at every level of professional kitchens, from the deep fryer in the local burger joint, to the Head Chef in Five Star Hotels. He now resides full time in Sydney, Australia with his wife and their children. You will find his recipes emphasize natural, uncomplicated flavours and fresh ingredients such as those found in Mediterranean and South East Asian cuisines.

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