Fig Glazed Mediterranean Branzini

Today’s fresh catch, pan-seared & glazed with fresh figs, accompanied by an assortment of fresh vegetables and served over a mount of white rice.

1. Rinse the fish with cold water and pat dry with dry paper towel
2. Season the flower with Garlic power, Onion power & black pepper & Old Bay seasoning.
3. Evenly coat the fish with the seasoned flour and set aside.

1. Using a non-stick frying pan or a Sautee Pan, add the olive oil.
2. When you pan gets really hot, carefully place the pieces of fish into the oiled pan, skin side down 1st.
3. When the skin side gets nice and crispy, flip the fish to the other side and cook until both sides are golden brown in color.
4. Add the figs, then the butter and deglaze with white wine
5. Cook for a another minutes, then add remaining ingredients
6. Turn the heat down to medium to allow sauce to thicken
7. Cook 1 cup of white rice.

1. Using a small ramekin, place a piece of plastic wrap inside the ramekin.
2. Fill the ramekin with rice. Be sure to apply pressure to pack down the rice inside the container
3. Using a large Dinner Plate, place the ramekin upside down in the center of the plate while applying some pressure, then slowly remove the ramekin and leaving the rice mount on the plate.
4. Carefully place the 2 pieces of fish diagonally over each other on top the rice mount.
5. Then, drizzle to remaining sauce on and around the fish & rice.
6. Garnish with lemon wheels & fresh Italian parsley.

Estimated Food Cost: Under $50