🐟 Dutch Paling in 't Groen – Eel in Green Herb Sauce A traditional dish from Flanders and the Netherlands featuring tender freshwater eel cooked in a vibrant green sauce made from fresh herbs. 🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3): * 600g freshwater eel, cleaned and cut into chunks * 1 shallot, finely chopped * 1 clove garlic, minced * 200ml fish stock or white wine * 2 handfuls mixed herbs (sorrel, parsley, chervil, spinach, watercress) * 1 tbsp lemon juice * Butter, salt, pepper 👨‍🍳 Instructions: 1. Sauté shallot and garlic in butter. Add eel and cook briefly on all sides. 2. Pour in fish stock or wine, cover, and simmer for \~15 mins until eel is cooked through. 3. Blend herbs with a ladle of cooking liquid until smooth. Return to pan and heat gently. 4. Add lemon juice, adjust seasoning, and serve immediately. 💡 Dutch Tip: Traditionally served with boiled potatoes or fresh bread and a cold glass of Belgian beer.