Ciao Chow Linda

Zucchini Crusted Haddock with Orange Salsa

Author: Ciao Chow Linda by way of Our Italian Table

Ingredients

• FOR TWO PEOPLE:

• 3/4- 1 pound haddock, cod or halibut

• thin slices of zucchini

• salt, pepper

• olive oil

• cornmeal to sprinkle on top

• FOR THE SALSA:

• 2 oranges (cara cara or blood oranges)

• a slice of red onion, finely chopped

• minced parsley (or chives, thyme or cilantro)

• 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

• 1 tablespoon white balsamic (or red wine) vinegar

• salt, pepper

Instructions

1. Season the fish with salt and pepper.

2. Lay the fish on a baking sheet covered with parchment paper.

3. Slice the zucchini paper thin, either with a mandoline or by hand.

4. Layer the slices over the fish, overlapping them like fish scales.

5. Season with salt and pepper, a drizzle of olive oil, and a sprinkling of cornmeal.

6. Cook in a 400 degree oven for 25-30 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish.

7. While the fish is cooking, make the salsa by segmenting the oranges and mixing with the rest of the ingredients.