Poached Mullet

Ingredients

• 1/2 small onion, sliced
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 10 whole cloves
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper
• 1/8 teaspoon red pepper
• 1 1/2 pounds mullet fillets
• Lemon wedges

Preparation

1. Add water to a large skillet to a depth of 1 inch. Add first 6 ingredients; mix well, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer 10 minutes. Add fish; cover and simmer 8 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
2. Transfer to a warm serving platter; discard cooking liquid. Garnish fish with lemon wedges. Serve immediately.