Hake and Shrimp Cannelloni

Ingredients

For 2 people, we will need:

• 160 g of peeled white shrimp Dolphin
• 360g hake fillets
• Salt to taste
• 1 egg
• 1 small onion, finely chopped
• Pepper to taste
• 1 teaspoon of mustard
• Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO)
• 4 tablespoons of tomato sauce
• Grated cheese (for gratin)
• 2 tablespoons of wheat flour
• 250 ml of milk
• 2 tablespoons of butter
• A pinch of nutmeg
• 4 piquillo peppers, sliced ​​(for garnish)
• 8 sheets of cannelloni (pre-cooked or no-cooking required)

Step by step to make the recipe

Preparation of the filling

• Make the sofrito: In a pan with a little EVOO, sauté the onion.
• Cook the hake and shrimp: Next, chop the shrimp and hake into very small pieces. Add a little more EVOO to the pan with the onion and cook the hake and shrimp until cooked through. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook over medium heat for a few minutes. 
• Add Mustard and Egg: Once you have all the filling ready, set it aside in a bowl and add the mustard and egg. Stir well to form a smooth mixture. Set this filling aside.

Preparing the bechamel sauce

• Make the bechamel sauce: In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the flour and stir constantly for a couple of minutes. Pour in the milk little by little, stirring constantly, until you have a smooth sauce. Season with salt, pepper, and a pinch of nutmeg. Let it simmer until thickened.

Assembling the cannelloni

• Fill and roll the cannelloni: Place a spoonful of filling on each cannelloni sheet. Roll the cannelloni up and place them in a baking dish.
• Cover with bechamel and cheese: Pour the bechamel sauce over the rolled cannelloni and sprinkle with grated cheese.
• Bake: Preheat the oven to 180°C and bake the cannelloni for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is golden and bubbly.
• To serve: Decorate the cannelloni with strips of piquillo peppers before serving.

Recommended Pairing

To accompany the hake and shrimp cannelloni, we suggest a full-bodied white wine, such as a Chardonnay or an Albariño. The wine's freshness and acidity will enhance the flavors of the seafood and fish, enhancing the dining experience.

Diners can enjoy this exquisite combination of seafood flavors, presented in an elegant and sophisticated manner. Enjoy!