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Eel With Olives, Chillies, and Capers (Anguilla Livernese)

This traditional Italian seafood dish, known as Anguilla alla Livornese, is a celebration of bold Mediterranean flavours. The richness of the eel is beautifully balanced by the acidity of dry red wine and the salty punch of Gaeta olives and caper berries. It is a fantastic choice for those seeking a dairy-free main course that offers a deep, savoury profile and a hint of warmth from the dried red pepper flakes.

Eel is a highly prized ingredient in many coastal regions, valued for its firm texture and unique flavour. In this recipe, the fish is gently poached in the oven within a vibrant tomato sauce, ensuring it stays succulent and tender. Best served with crusty bread or polenta to soak up any remaining juices, it makes for a sophisticated yet simple supper.

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Ingredients for Eel With Olives, Chillies, and Capers (Anguilla Livernese)

  • 475ml basic tomato sauce

  • 240ml dry red wine

  • 12 caper berries

  • 12 gaeta olives

  • 1 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes

  • 900g eel, (from the sea or river), skinned and gutted by your fishmonger, rinsed, patted dry, and cut into 4-inch-long pieces

  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper

  • 2 tablespoons chopped fennel fronds

How to make Eel With Olives, Chillies, and Capers (Anguilla Livernese)

  1. Preheat the oven to 232°C.

  2. In a large sauce pan, combine the tomato sauce, red wine, caper berries, olives, and red pepper flakes and bring to a boil over medium heat.

  3. Meanwhile, season the eel with salt and pepper and arrange in a single layer in a baking dish.

  4. Pour the sauce over the eel, put the dish in the oven, and bake for about 20 minutes, until the eel is cooked through. Transfer to a warmed platter, sprinkle with the chopped fennel, and serve immediately.

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While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.

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  • 16 Enero 2026 | Publicado originalmente

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