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Peperonata with beans and fish

Peperonata is a famous, traditional Italian basic dish which can be used in various ways (seepeperonata recipe). For example, in this recipe we add fish and beans to it andvoilàwe have a lovely, hearty and healthy meal. This peperonata with beans and fish can be served with mashed potatoes, pasta or rice.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 4 hours
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 1234
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Tbsp olive oil
  • 1 onion
  • 2 cloves of garlic
  • 1 red pepper
  • 1 yellow pepper
  • 1 handful cherry tomatoes
  • Pinch of chilli flakes optional
  • 1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tin white beans such as cannellini
  • 1 large fish fillet haddock or cod
  • Small handful of parsley chopped
  • salt & pepper

Method
 

  1. Thinly slice the onion and garlic.
  2. Heat the oil in a pan and soften the onion (for about 5 minutes).
  3. Meanwhile, slice the peppers into 1cm thick strips, then add these to the onion together with the garlic.
  4. Gently sauté under cover for 5 minutes, then add the vinegar, chilli flakes (if used) and tomatoes. Cover and cook for 20 minutes until tender.
  5. Meanwhile, cut the fish into bite-sized pieces.
  6. When the peperonata is ready, stir in the drained beans and put the fish pieces on top. Season with salt and pepper, then put the lid on.
  7. Turn up the heat slightly and cook for 5 minutes. Don’t overcook the fish!
  8. Scatter the chopped herbs on top just before serving.