Wandering Walleye Wellington
**Wandering Walleye Wellington** This dish is a playful take on the classic beef Wellington, but with a lighter, flakier fish filling. The walleye is wrapped in a savory mixture of sun-dried tomatoes, olives, herbs, and Parmesan cheese, then rolled up in prosciutto and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. The result is a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a moist, flaky interior that will melt in your mouth. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner party. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. You can use any type of fish you like, and you can adjust the seasonings to your liking.
The Wellington is a classic dish that has been around for centuries. It is believed to have originated in England in the 1800s, and it was named after the Duke of Wellington. The traditional Wellington is made with beef, but over the years, it has been adapted to use other types of meat, including fish. This recipe for Wandering Walleye Wellington is a modern take on the classic dish. It uses walleye, a flaky white fish that is native to North America. The walleye is wrapped in a savory mixture of sun-dried tomatoes, olives, herbs, and Parmesan cheese, then rolled up in prosciutto and cooked to perfection in the air fryer. The result is a crispy, golden-brown exterior and a moist, flaky interior that will melt in your mouth. This recipe is perfect for a special occasion or a weeknight dinner party. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. You can use any type of fish you like, and you can adjust the seasonings to your liking. So what are you waiting for? Give this Wandering Walleye Wellington a try today!
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Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound walleye fillet
  • 1/4 cup chopped sun-dried tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup chopped olives
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
  • 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped prosciutto
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped mushrooms
Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, mix together the sun-dried tomatoes, olives, basil, parsley, Parmesan cheese, prosciutto, and mushrooms.
  3. Place the walleye fillet on a piece of parchment paper.
  4. Spread the mushroom mixture over the walleye fillet.
  5. Roll up the walleye fillet tightly and secure it with toothpicks.
  6. Place the walleye Wellington in the air fryer.
  7. Cook for 12-15 minutes, or until cooked through.
  8. Let the walleye Wellington rest for a few minutes before slicing and serving.
Why It Works
  • The air fryer cooks the walleye quickly and evenly, resulting in a crispy exterior and a moist, flaky interior.
  • The sun-dried tomatoes, olives, herbs, and Parmesan cheese add a savory flavor to the walleye.
  • The prosciutto adds a salty, umami flavor to the dish.
  • The combination of flavors and textures in this dish is sure to please everyone at your table.