Let's stew the conger

This tantalising dish is very quick to prepare and absolutely delicious. The recipe calls for two classic sauces, Aioli and Rouille.

Aioli is a Provencal mayonnaise. It's made by pureeing 8 garlic cloves, 10fl oz (275ml) olive oil and 1tblsp (25ml) lemon juice in a blender. In a bowl, beat 3 egg yolks (size 2), turn the blender back on and slowly drizzle in the yolks until the ingredients thicken. Season to taste.

Rouille is a hot, spicy sauce. Make it by putting 2 garlic cloves, 1tblsp fresh breadcrumbs and 1/4tsp cayenne pepper into a blender. Whizz while dripping 4fl oz (120ml) olive oil into the ingredients to form a rusty coloured mayonnaise.


INGREDIENTS
Rinse and dry the prawns and fish, then season. Gently poach in the stock for 5 minutes. Remove, reserving half the stock, and place prawns and fish in a bowl with the potatoes. Keep warm.

Add cream to reserved stock then heat, stirring all the time. Slowly add aioli, stirring until froth takes on the consistency of custard. Remove from heat. Toast bread and spread with rouille.

Pour the sauce over the prawns, fish and potatoes and top with the French bread. Garnish with the fennel.


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