Soleful Sunday

I was debating in my mind, wasn't sure whether to buy chicken or beef at Kip Market. Walking around in circles as usual and enjoying the sight and sound of the bustling market. Finally, I made a stop at the fish stall, a display of sole fish had caught my eye for some reason. Its Sunday, there is only Mom and I to cook for. What the heck, I think I'll go for fish today.

I asked the fishmonger if I were to buy his fish, would he be so kind as to clean, skin and fillet them for me. He laughed and said that he would cook them for me if I wanted him to.

The deal was done without the cooking of course. Immediately, he started to work on the fish with super sharp knife at lightning efficiency. It was a perfect job, no regrets, except that I did not have my camera with me to shoot the modus operandi.

Sole is a delicate, sweet, flatfish, which cooks in no time and goes well with most vegetables.

My recipe for today: Pan Fried Sole with Steamed French Beans and Carrots

Salt and pepper the fish lightly, Sprinkle some paprika and cornflour. What is Sole without butter? Sizzle some butter on a hot pan and cook for about 5-10 minutes both sides. Voila! Fish is ready.

For the Vegetables:

Bunch of baby french beans and carrots, lightly steamed and set aside.

For the vegetable dressing:

1 tablespoon olive oil or sesame oil

1 tablespoon lime juice

1 tablespoon pickled ginger (chopped)

1 tablespoon roasted garlic (chopped/smashed)

½ teaspoon chilli powder ( or 1 tsp chopped fresh chilli)

some chopped herbs (parsley, coriander, spring onion etc) – Optional

Salt & pepper to taste

Mix them all up and throw in the vegetables in the dressing. Coat well and serve with the fish.

May serve with rice or potatoes too.