Red mullets Livorno style

Name: Red mullets Livorno style
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: Red mullet 2.2 lbs; Canned tomatoes 1.7 cups; Garlic 3 cloves; Parsley ½ cup; Extra virgin olive oil to taste; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste

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Gluten Free
Lactose Free

Difficulty: Easy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Serving: 4
Cost: Low

PRESENTATION

Recipe by
Nonna Silvi

Le triglie alla Livornese, or red mullet Livornese style, is this classic dish straight from Tuscany’s gorgeous coast. Seriously good stuff. Simple ingredients, but the outcome? Truly special. This Italian seafood dish puts red mullet in the spotlight. You know, the fish that's tender and sweet. It pairs so, so perfectly with a rich tomato sauce. And here's the thing—the red mullet recipe shines with Mediterranean herbs like parsley, oregano, and garlic. They mix with tomatoes to make a sauce that's comforting and just a bit tangy. It is all about showing off the fresh and local—pretty much captures a sunny Tuscan day in every bite.

In Livorno, both homes and those charming trattorias serve this Livornese style fish with slices of crusty Tuscan bread. Works great for soaking up that amazing tomato sauce. Really. The fish just drinks in all those flavors, staying moist and tender. Different families might tweak the sauce—maybe toss in more olives or extra herbs—but the heart of it? Unchanged. This Italian seafood dish nails the local traditions with simple ingredients, offering a real taste of traditional Tuscan cuisine. If you're looking to dive into a true taste of Tuscany or just want something beyond your usual Mediterranean fish dishes, red mullet with tomatoes is super down-to-earth yet kinda special.

It's the kind of meal where you slow down and really, really enjoy what's on your plate. Tuscan style, you know? Whether it’s a family dinner or hanging out with friends, this dish—frankly—is going to impress with its authentic flavors and rustic charm. It's more than a meal—an invitation to savor what the Tuscan coast is all about. And look, it's like a little getaway without leaving your kitchen. Pretty simple, huh?

How to prepare Red mullets Livorno style

To prepare red mullets Livorno style, first peel the garlic cloves 1 and chop them 2. Wash and chop the parsley leaves 3.

Take care of cleaning the red mullets: cut the belly with scissors 4 and remove the innards 5, then rinse them carefully in the sink 6.

In a pan, pour a drizzle of oil, the chopped garlic and parsley 7, briefly sauté 8, then pour in the tomato pulp 9.

Add salt 10 and add the whole eviscerated red mullets 11. Cook on a very low heat for about 20 minutes, taking care to occasionally cover the fish with the sauce 12.

Halfway through cooking, gently turn the red mullets, as they tend to flake 13. Once ready, pepper to taste and serve the red mullets Livorno style garnished with fresh parsley 15.

Storage

Consume the red mullets Livorno style as soon as they are ready, but if you prefer, you can store them for one day in the refrigerator in an airtight container.

Freezing is not recommended.