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Roulés de merlan à la tapenade sur lit de riste d’aubergines

Whiting Rolls with Tapenade on a Bed of Eggplant Riste

Preparation

10 min

Cooking

5 min

Difficulty

Easy
Ingredients
for 4 people
  • 1 jar of Jean Martin Eggplant Riste
  • 1 jar of Jean Martin Black Tapenade
  • 12 whiting fillets (or any other white fish such as cod, monkfish, or pollock)
  • Salt and Pepper
  • Zest of one lemon
  • Rosemary

These whiting rolls with our Jean Martin black tapenade, gently steamed on a bed of eggplant riste, make a light and refined dish, perfect for a festive or quick dinner.

Preparing the whiting rolls

  1. Lay the fish fillets flat on a board.
  2. Spread a thin layer of black tapenade over each fillet.
  3. Roll the fillets up tightly and secure with kitchen twine. Tuck a small sprig of rosemary into the twine.
  4. Season lightly with pepper.

Cooking

  1. Steam the rolls gently for 4 to 5 minutes.
  2. Gently warm the eggplant riste in a saucepan.
  3. Spread 2 tablespoons of riste on each plate, then place 3 rolls on each.
  4. Add a few turns of pepper and some lemon zest to enhance the flavor.

Our tip

As indicated, you can replace the whiting with cod or pollock for variety, and add a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil on top before serving for extra flavor.

Variation

This fish roll recipe with tapenade is perfect for festive meals or quick weekday dinners.

Pairings & suggestions

These rolls pair well with a dry white wine such as Cassis or a white Bandol.

Nutritional values

Indicative estimate per serving (3 rolls):

  • Calories: ~220 kcal
  • Protein: ~26 g
  • Fat: ~9 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~8 g

Storage

This dish is best enjoyed immediately after steaming. Leftovers can be kept in the refrigerator for 1 day; reheat very gently.

Frequently asked questions

Can the whiting be replaced?

Yes, cod or pollock are also very suitable for this recipe.

Can the rolls be prepared in advance?

Yes, you can roll them and keep them in the refrigerator for a few hours before steaming.

Can this dish be frozen?

It is not recommended, as the fish would lose its texture upon thawing.

What side dishes go well with this?

Basmati rice or steamed vegetables go very well with this light dish.

10/03/2026 | Jean Martin

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