Prepare Fish Gratin At Home Without The Need For An Oven

Fish lends itself to different and delicious recipes. This time we show you a gratin technique without an oven. Curious, right? Then give it a try and prepare this fish gratin, you will not regret it.

Gratin or gratin is a gastronomic technique that consists of subjecting food to high temperatures in order to create a crunchy and golden layer. The gratin layer protects the food so that it can be cooked inside with its aromas and flavors without burning.

For the elaboration of the layer, you can use ingredients such as cheese, bread, or any type of sauces, although many chefs favor béchamel, as it gives it color and a pleasant flavor when burned.

The benefits of fish

We have always been told that eating fish is healthy. Without a doubt, it is one of the most complete foods that can be consumed in a balanced diet. In fact, the Spanish Heart Foundation suggests consuming between 3 and 4 servings a week, highlighting that it provides:

• Proteins of high biological value
• Vitamin D
• Group B vitamins
• Iodine
• Potassium
• Iron
• Calcium

In addition, coinciding with data in a study published in the journal Nutrients , it is an important source of omega 3 fatty acids and its consumption is beneficial for the prevention of cardiovascular diseases.

However, it is important to know what types of sins can be consumed, since not all of them are beneficial and can even be harmful to health. In any case, here are some recipes with our suggestions.

Prepare fish gratin without an oven

1. Gratin with embers

The challenge of this recipe is to carry out the gratin without the need for an oven. However, by following the instructions that we give you below, you can get it.

Ingredients

• 1 cup of milk (100 mL).
• 2 teaspoons of salt (10 g).
• 1 teaspoon of pepper (5 g).
• A small white snapper (4 kg).
• 1 cup of grated cheese (100 g).
• 3 tablespoons of butter (45 g).
• 3 tablespoons of wheat flour (45 g).
• 2 onions cut into julienne strips (200 g).
• 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg (5 g).

Preparation

• Clean the fish by removing the entrails and gills.
• Make some cross cuts so that it cooks inside. Next, season with salt and pepper, and reserve.
• To prepare the bechamel sauce, heat the cup of milk with the nutmeg over medium heat.
• Then melt the butter and add the wheat flour and pour that mixture into the pot with the milk.
• Beat until smooth. Reservation.
• Next, place the fish on a baking sheet and cover it with the onion julienne strips. Then spread the bechamel sauce and finally the cup of cheese so that everything is covered. Cover with several layers of aluminum foil.

• Finally, take the tray to the grill and  the aluminum foil of the fish places some embers so that the gratin is made. This takes approximately 20 to 25 minutes.
• Serve and enjoy your fish gratin without an oven.

2. Gratin with kitchen torch

The kitchen or butane torch is a culinary instrument for caramelizing and gratinizing. It’s a great tool if you don’t have an oven.

Ingredients

• A small cat (3 kg).
• 1 cup of milk (100 mL).
• 2 teaspoons of salt (10 g).
• 1 teaspoon of pepper (5 g).
• 3 tablespoons of butter (45 g)
• 1 cup of grated cheese (100 g).
• 1 onion, julienned (100 g).
• 3 tablespoons of wheat flour (45 g).

• 3 boiled potatoes cut into slices (200 g).
• 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg (5 g).

Preparation

• Clean the fish and make several cuts so that it cooks inside.
• Season with salt and pepper and reserve.
• Then prepare the bechamel sauce, heating the milk in a pot. Melt the butter with the wheat flour until a dough forms.
• Mix the milk with the butter and flour over low heat until you get a smooth cream. Add the teaspoon of nutmeg and stir well. Reservation.
• Next, place the fish on a griddle for 5 to 7 minutes to cook a little before gratin.
• Next, place the fish on a baking sheet and add the potatoes, onion, béchamel sauce and cheese to form a layer. Cover with aluminum foil.
• Finally, pass the torch over the surface of the aluminum foil to form the gratin. You should do the same with the sides of the tray (just a little). This takes about 15-20 minutes.

• Serve with any shape that provokes you and enjoy your fish gratin without an oven.

Haven’t tried making your own fish gratin recipes without an oven yet? Well, take into account the alternatives that we share with you today and surprise your whole family.