Crispy Skin Arctic char with Horseradish Sauce
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp horseradish
- 3/4 cups sour cream
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic pressed
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped chives
- 2 teaspoons chopped fresh dill plus more for garnish
- 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar
- dash of cayenne if you like a zip
- olive oil for cooking
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 2 lbs arctic char fillets skin-on cut into 4 - 8 ounce portions
Instructions
- Make the horseradish cream: Combine horseradish with sour cream, mayonnaise, mustard, vinegar, garlic, chives, and dill in a medium bowl and mix well. Season with salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using) to taste. The sauce can be made in advance; chill until you are ready to serve.
- Heat oil in large skillet. When hot, place char portions skin down in pan and cook for about 5 minutes. Use spatula to press fish down so skin crisps evenly. Flip and cook other side about 3-4 minutes depending on the thickness of the fish. Serve immediately with horseradish sauce.