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Brathering with Herbs and Garlic Butter Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 4 Brathering fillets
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
- Lemon wedges, for serving

Special equipment needed:
- Large skillet
- Tongs

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a shallow dish, mix together the flour, salt, and black pepper.
2. Dredge the Brathering fillets in the flour mixture, shaking off any excess.
3. Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
4. Add the Brathering fillets to the skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Remove the Brathering fillets from the skillet and place them on a plate.
6. In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat.
7. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes, or until fragrant.
8. Add the chopped parsley and thyme to the skillet and stir to combine.
9. Pour the garlic butter mixture over the Brathering fillets.
10. Serve with lemon wedges.


Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
Medium-high heat for cooking the Brathering fillets
Medium heat for cooking the garlic butter mixture
Serving size:
4 servings

Nutritional information:
Calories: 290
Fat: 18g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 90mg
Sodium: 380mg
Carbohydrates: 8g
Fiber: 0g
Sugar: 0g
Protein: 24g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Brathering fillets can be substituted with any other type of fish fillet.
- All-purpose flour can be substituted with gluten-free flour or cornstarch.
- Olive oil can be substituted with vegetable oil or canola oil.
- Unsalted butter can be substituted with salted butter.
- Fresh parsley and thyme can be substituted with dried herbs.

Variations:
- Add a splash of white wine to the garlic butter mixture for extra flavor.
- Top the Brathering fillets with sliced almonds or breadcrumbs for added texture.
- Serve the Brathering fillets over a bed of mixed greens for a light and refreshing meal.

Tips and tricks:
- Pat the Brathering fillets dry with paper towels before dredging them in the flour mixture to ensure they get crispy.
- Use tongs to flip the Brathering fillets in the skillet to prevent them from falling apart.
- Make sure the garlic doesn't burn when cooking the garlic butter mixture by stirring it constantly.
- Use fresh herbs for the best flavor.

Storage instructions:
Leftover Brathering with Herbs and Garlic Butter can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Reheating instructions:
To reheat, place the Brathering fillets in a skillet over medium heat and cook until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
Serve the Brathering with Herbs and Garlic Butter on a platter with lemon wedges and fresh herbs for garnish.

Garnishes:
Fresh herbs, lemon wedges, sliced almonds, breadcrumbs

Pairings:
- Serve with a side of roasted vegetables, such as asparagus or Brussels sprouts.
- Pair with a light salad for a refreshing meal.
- Serve with a side of rice or quinoa for a more filling meal.

Suggested side dishes:
Roasted vegetables, salad, rice, quinoa

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the Brathering fillets are sticking to the skillet, add more oil to the pan.
- If the garlic butter mixture is too thick, add a splash of chicken broth or white wine to thin it out.

Food safety advice:
- Make sure the Brathering fillets are cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F to ensure they are safe to eat.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking.

Food history:
Brathering is a traditional German dish made with herring fillets that are fried and served with a variety of sauces and toppings.

Flavor profiles:
Savory, buttery, garlicky, herby

Serving suggestions:
Serve the Brathering with Herbs and Garlic Butter as a main dish for lunch or dinner.

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Region: German

Taste: Savory, Herbal, Garlicky, Tangy, Aromatic