John Dory with tarator sauce

6 servings

30 minutes

John Dory with tarator sauce is an exquisite dish of British cuisine that combines tender fish fillet with a rich nutty sauce. Historically, tarator is a cold sauce rooted in the Balkans and the Middle East, and its adaptation in British cuisine has given it an elegant form. Nuts, garlic, and bread add depth to the sauce, while lemon juice adds freshness and zest. The John Dory fish, prized for its white meat with a mild sweet flavor, pairs perfectly with this sauce. Serving it with lemon slices highlights the fish's natural tenderness and makes the dish ideal for special dinners or refined gastronomic experiences.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 524.5
• Proteins: 29.6g
• Fats: 43.2g
• Carbohydrates: 5.8g

Ingredients

• Walnuts: 140 g
• White bread: 2 pc
• Garlic: 2 clove
• Olive oil: 150 ml
• John Dory Fillet: 800 g
• Lemon juice: 3 tbsp
• Lemon: 1 pc

Cooking steps

1. Chop the nuts in a blender into crumbs. Soak the bread in water, after cutting off the crust, lightly squeeze it, break it into pieces, and put it in the blender along with the minced garlic. Blend well. Mix the oil and lemon juice and very slowly, while constantly blending, pour it into the blender. Season with spices and transfer to a sauce dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Walnuts: 140 g
   • White bread: 2 pieces
   • Garlic: 2 cloves
   • Olive oil: 150 ml
   • Lemon juice: 3 tablespoons

2. Heat the pan, lightly grease with oil, and fry the fish for 3 minutes on each side, or until cooked. If you have a lot of fish and are cooking in 2 batches, keep the first batch warm by placing it in a slightly heated oven.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 150 ml
   • John Dory Fillet: 800 g

3. Serve with sauce and lemon wedges.

   Required ingredients:

   • Lemon: 1 piece