Pan-fried Branzino with Eggplant Confit & Arugula

INGREDIENTS

For the Pan-fried Branzino with Eggplant Confit & Arugula:

Branzino, cut in desired weight
Tomato vinaigrette
Tomato concassé
Eggplant and cherry tomato confit
Arugula pesto
Arugula salad
Edible flowers (petals only)
Extra-virgin olive oil for drizzle

For the Large Eggplant and Cherry Tomato Confit:

1 cup white wine
2 cups olive oil
Eggplant wedges, partly skinned
Thyme
Rosemary
Basil
Peppercorns
Bay Leaf
Red and yellow cherry tomatoes

GUIDE / INSTRUCTIONS

For the Pan-fried Branzino with Eggplant Confit & Arugula

For the confit, combine all ingredients except for the eggplant and tomatoes in a skillet. Bring to a boil and let simmer until all the wine/liquid is reduced. Roast branzino and eggplant for 2-3 minutes in the mixture until golden brown, then add the tomatoes. Remove from the heat and let it rest.

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Crystal Cruises, founded in 1988 by NYK Line of Japan, evolved into a luxury cruise line known for its all-inclusive experiences and award-winning itineraries, but faced financial difficulties and was acquired by A&K Travel Group in 2022, relaunching the brand in 2023 with refurbished ships. The ships underwent refurbishment in Trieste, Italy, and Crystal Serenity returned to service on July 31, 2023, followed by Crystal Symphony on September 1, 2023. A&K Travel Group has announced major refurbishments and enhancements for the two ships, including increasing the number of butler suites and reducing guest capacity.

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