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Fumet de Poisson - Fish Stock

 

Recipe Categories : | French | Stock | MAIN INDEX |

Makes : about 1.25 litres ( 5 cups )


Ingredients :

  • 30g (1oz) butter
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1kg (2lb) fish trimmings (bones, skin, heads, etc. )
  • 1.2 litres (5 cups) water
  • 1 bouquet garni
  • 6 peppercorns
  • 1¼ cups dry white wine
  • 1 bay leaf
  • salt and pepper


Preparation and Cooking Instructions :

  1. Melt the butter in a pan, add the onion and cook until just beginning to colour. Remove from the heat and add the remaining ingredients, with salt and pepper to taste. Return to the heat and bring to the boil.
  2. Simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, skimming the surface occasionally; do not boil or the flavor will be spoiled.
  3. Cool slightly, then strain and check the seasoning. Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Use as required.