Tave Krapi ne Furre (Carp Casserole in the Oven)

Experience the taste of Albania with "Tave Krapi ne Furre," or Carp Casserole in the Oven. This traditional dish features carp marinated in white wine and spices, cooked to perfection and served with a refreshing side of fresh greenery and lemon. A delightful way to infuse a touch of the Mediterranean into your dinner.

Ingredients

🐟 1 whole carp fish, approximately 2.5 kg, cut into steaks
🍷 1 glass white wine, approximately 250 ml
🫒 2 coffee cups olive oil, approximately 50 ml
🟨 1 tablespoon mustard, approximately 15 ml
🧂 1-2 teaspoons salt
⚫ 1 teaspoon black pepper
🌶️ 1 teaspoon red pepper, paprika
🌿 4 bay leaves
🍋 1 whole lemon, half sliced, half for garnish
🧄 5-6 cloves garlic, minced
🥬 Lettuce for garnish

Instructions

1- Preparation:

• Clean the carp thoroughly, remove scales and internal organs, rinse, and let it drain.
• Slice the cleaned carp into steaks (8-9 pieces).

2- Marinating:

• Arrange the carp steaks in a rectangular glass baking dish.
• Insert bay leaves between and beneath the fish steaks.
• In a glass mixing bowl, combine minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and paprika.
• Add the white wine and mustard, then squeeze the juice of half a lemon.
• Whisk all ingredients together until the marinade is homogeneous.

3- Baking:

• Pour the marinade evenly over the carp steaks.
• Drizzle olive oil over the fish.
• Cover the dish tightly with aluminum foil.
• Preheat oven to 200°C.
• Bake covered for 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and the fish to steam.
• Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to brown the fish and reduce the liquid.

4- Serving:

• Arrange the cooked carp steaks on a bed of fresh lettuce.
• Garnish with lemon slices and serve immediately.
• Consider pairing with a glass of white Chardonnay and a side of boiled vegetables.

Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour and 10 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes
Servings: Approximately 6-8 people, depending on portion sizes
Equipment: Rectangular glass baking dish, glass mixing bowl, small glass bowls, whisk, spoon, aluminum foil, oven preheated to 200°C, serving plate, wine glass, oven mitts/pot holders

Cooking Tips

• Ensure fish is well-cleaned for optimal flavor and texture.
• The initial baking phase ensures moisture retention, with final browning adding a delightful crisp.

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Tave Krapi ne Furre (Carp Casserole in the Oven)

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