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Herb-crusted Peipsi perch fillet with creamy risotto

Creamy risotto with delicious cod fillet is a real taste experience. We recommend serving with a glass of white wine.

Clock Icon50 min

Risotto:
1 pkgRisotto rice
2 vegetable fond
1 onion
2 pkgpasta cheese
4 garlic clove
2 lwater
1 tbspoil
a pinch of salt
a pinch of black pepper
2 pkgbutter
Pike perch:
2 pkgpike perch fillet
2 pkgPanko breadcrumbs
1 lemon
1 pkgdill
a pinch of salt
a pinch of black pepper

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Herb-Crusted Peipsi Pike-Perch with Creamy Risotto

Herb-Crusted Peipsi Pike-Perch with Creamy Risotto is an elegant yet approachable homemade dinner. Tender pike-perch fillets are coated with crisp panko, lemon zest, and fresh dill, then served over a silky risotto finished with Parmesan and butter. Ready in around 50 minutes, this recipe is perfect for making an ordinary weekday feel special or for serving when entertaining guests.

Why choose Herb-Crusted Pike-Perch Risotto?

This dish brings together the delicate flavor of Peipsi pike-perch, bright lemon, and fragrant dill. The crunchy herb coating adds a satisfying contrast to the soft, creamy rice. Adding hot stock gradually and stirring often helps the risotto release its natural starches, creating a rich texture without making it heavy. The fish also provides plenty of protein, making this a nourishing and satisfying meal for the whole family.

Easy tips for perfectly creamy risotto

Keep the stock hot throughout cooking and add it to the rice a little at a time. Stir continuously so the rice cooks evenly and does not stick to the pan. Place the breaded side of the fish in the pan first, and let it cook undisturbed until golden before turning it. You can replace the pike-perch with cod or another firm white fish, swap dill for parsley, or use Grana Padano instead of Parmesan.

Best sides and pairings for this fish dinner

Spoon the risotto onto warm plates and place the golden fillet on top. Finish with fresh dill, a lemon wedge, or a little extra lemon zest. A crisp green salad, steamed asparagus, or fresh peas makes a lovely side. For a refreshing drink, serve sparkling water with lemon, cucumber water, or a non-alcoholic white wine alternative.

A deliciously elegant dinner for any occasion

Creamy risotto and crisp herb-crusted pike-perch make a flavorful, versatile meal that feels wonderfully special. Try this recipe for a comforting family dinner or an impressive meal at home.

The Ürdikoorikus Peipsi kohafilee kreemja risotoga recipe was developed by Yummy's professional chefs and has been tested in Yummy's test kitchen.

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