Ingredients

  • 4 red snapper fillets (600g)
  • salt
  • freshly ground black pepper
  • 150 ml extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 lemon, cut into quarters
  • 1 bunch watercress
  • 1 kg peeled baking potato
  • 225 g spring onions
  • 300 ml milk
  • 100 g butter

Method

  • For the fish-----------------------.
  • Score the snapper on the skin side- cut deep enough so that the fillet does not curl when frying.
  • Season with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a thin film of olive oil in pan.
  • Place fish skin side down in the pan until a crust forms.
  • Turn over and cook till nicely browned.
  • When ready, drain fish and arrange it on a serving dish.
  • Garnish with lemon wedges and fresh watercress or a light green salad.
  • For the champ------------------------.
  • Dice potatoes in approx 3cm cubes and boil till soft.
  • Drain.
  • Dry the potatoes then mash them until completely smooth.
  • Wash and slice the sping onions and infuse (simmer) in the milk over a low heat.
  • Add the butter, the cooked spring onion and milk to the mashed potato and mix well.
  • To make champ smooth and creamy, can add more milk if required.
  • Then mix well.
  • (optional) Add a scoop of champ to serving plate.