Carcara is now open at Sheraton Phoenix Downtown! The brand new restaurant serves up an Arizona-inspired menu of dishes made with locally-sourced ingredients and a Sonoran flare, paired with hand-crafted cocktails. Carcara’s menu and design honors honors the rich agricultural history of the Phoenix area. For more information visit www.carcararestaurant.com.
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Seared Striped Bass Recipe
1. Season the striped bass with salt and pepper and sear flesh side down in a hot pan with oil.
2. Turn the fish over and add white wine and a pat of butter to the pan and finish in the oven for 4 minutes.
Pea Puree Ingredients / Method:
Peas 1 qt
Vegetable Stock 2 cups
Spinach, ½ cup
Pea Shoots, ½ cup
Salt and Pepper to taste
Use a blender to make a smooth puree
Riesling Rice Pilaf Ingredients / Method:
Caramelize leeks and shallots until tender.
Soak golden raisins in Riesling vinegar.
Method: Combine cooked rice, caramelized leeks, and raisins in a sauté pan and finish with butter, salt and pepper.