Dinner in Ireland's West.....😇😊

[IrishBubbaLiberal]

What’s for Dinner in Ireland’s West. 😋

I sure like to look at menus and see what’s being offered 😍

https://croninssheebeen.com/

Welcome to Cronin’s Sheebeen for those of you who are not familiar with us we are a traditional style award winning pub and restaurant located just outside Westport over looking Clew Bay not far from Westport Harbour.

Over the past number of years we have worked hard to develop a strong reputation for quality food and are recognised as one of the leading bar restaurants on the west coast of Ireland.

https://croninssheebeen.com/menu/

STARTERS

Smoked Haddock & Mussel Chowder
€9.90
Hake, mussels & natural smoked haddock in a leek & parsley cream sauce with a hint of mustard, vintage cheddar ‘Rarebit’ & chive oil.

(V) Cashel Blue & Conference Pear Salad
€13.90 (S) €18.50 (L)
Poached conference pear, Cashel blue cheese, candied walnut, pickled fennel & mixed leaves.

Chicken Liver Pate
€12.90
House made smooth chicken liver pate, apple & raisin puree, pickles & toasted brioche.

Fresh Killary Harbour Mussels
€14.90
With apple cider, garlic & shallots finished with parsley, garden herbs & cream.

(GF) Prawn ‘Pil Pil’
€ 13.90
Pan seared large prawns with roast red pepper, garlic, chilli, lime & fresh basil & homemade focaccia.

(GF) Fresh Kilmeena Oysters (Padraig Gannon)
€14.90 ½ doz. (Or €3.00 ea)
Served with a pickled shallot & a fresh wedge of lemon.

Kelly’s Of Newport Black Pudding Balls
€13.90
Black pudding croquettes, oatmeal crumb, caramelised apple & radish salad, raisin puree.

½ doz. Baked Kilmeena Oysters (Padraig Gannon)
€16.90
Oven baked in a wholesome white sauce topped with a crispy breadcrumb.


MAIN COURSE

Fresh Irish Fish & Chips
€21.90
Fresh Irish Haddock in our crispy beer batter (local Mescan beer) triple cooked hand-cut chips with a house made tartar sauce & a salad of pickled fennel, fresh mint & baby gem.

Roast Breast of Irish Chicken
€23.90
Creamy potato dauphinoise (gratin), organic kale, bacon crisp along with a carrot puree & a roast chicken gravy.

Steak & Chips
€34.90
Flamed grilled 28 day dry aged beef sirloin (Castlebar), Portobello mushroom, sautéed onions, triple cooked chips & watercress, served with either a wild garlic (Westport) & tarragon butter or a cracked black pepper & brandy cream sauce.

Braised Irish Pork Belly
€27.90
Belly of Irish pork, roasted & pickled spiced cauliflower, cauliflower puree served with a Kelly’s Of Newport black pudding croquette & a raisin puree.

Fresh Irish Haddock Mornay
€26.90
Baked fillet of Irish haddock in a cheese & mustard béchamel sauce, topped with crispy parmesan & herb breadcrumbs served with a rocket & watercress salad.

(V) The Sheebeen’s In House Vegetarian Curry
€19.90
Spinach, sweet potato, butternut squash & peanut curry served with basmati rice, poppadom & homemade flat bread.


SELECTION OF HOMEMADE DESSERT’S

Traditional Sticky Toffee Pudding
€8.90
Warm sticky toffee pudding covered in a rich toffee sauce & served alongside a homemade banana ice cream.

Chocolate Fondant (10 Minute Wait Time)
€9.50
A warm Belgian chocolate fondant served with fresh cream Chantilly & a warm caramel sauce.

Crème Brulee
€8.90
Classic Crème Brulee, smooth baked custard infused with vanilla & topped with a caramelised sugar crust served with an almond tuile.

West Coast Irish Cheese Board
€14.90
A selection of Irish cheeses, apple chutney, a walnut & honey paste, fresh apple & celery & a selection of Sheridan’s Irish craft crackers.

The Sheebeen’s Mini Sweet Treat
€6.90
Scoop of our homemade banana ice cream, almond tuile, caramel sauce & cream Chantilly.

A Selection Of Our (Fresh Milk) Ice Creams
€7.90
Including Salted Caramel, Toffee Crunch & A Luxury Vanilla.

SPECIALS

Crispy Chicken Wings
€12.90
House made seaweed hot sauce, Cashel blue cheese dip.

Smoked Salmon
€14.90
Potato salad, pickled fennel & capers.

Roast Fillet Of Hake
€34.90
Peas, house cured bacon, baby gem lettuce, chervil, roast chicken butter sauce.

Pan Fried Whole Plaice
€34.90
Lemon, caper and parsley butter.

Roast Fillet Of Turbot
€37.90
Joe Kelly’s organic rainbow chard, roast langoustine bisque, summer vegetables.

Black Sole On The Bone
€38.90
Lemon capers & parsley butter.

Roast Fillets Of Monkfish
€34.90
(Rossaveal) White bean, basil, & chorizo stew.

ABOUT

Cronin’s Sheebeen have won a number of awards and accolades over recent years including being recommended in the Georgina Campbell Guide being Winner of the Hospitality Ireland Award for Best Traditional Pub (Overall Winner), Finalist in the Mayo Pub of the Year Competition as well as being awarded the BIM seafood circle award on several occasions. We have also been recommended in the Michelin Guide & The Lonely Planet Guide and have been a finalist in The RAI (Restaurants Association Of Ireland) Awards for Best Gastro Pub on several occasions.

[Irish_Dem]

1. Where are you in West Ireland?

[IrishBubbaLiberal]

2. That pub/restaurant in in County Mayo, near Westport

… pub and restaurant located just outside Westport over looking Clew Bay not far from Westport Harbour.

That’s up NORTHWEST from Galway.


While Unfortunately I’m just food traveling on the Internet —- I enjoy checking out
what’s on menu on places I would like to go.

I’ve been in Ireland very close to Westport, County Mayo,
But that was years ago.

My one-time Irish family lands were in this area,
But closer to Galway city, Tuam, Athenry, Loughrea, Aughrim, and
Ballinasloe,

and another family branch lands near Kilkenny, Lismore,

Lots of family lands loss in 1600s

[Irish_Dem]

5. Oh sorry thought you were actually there!

Yes I know where Westport is!
Thanks!

[IrishBubbaLiberal]

4. I drive my wife crazy looking at these menus

“Luck favors the prepared”

Years ago when planning a vacation/holiday in North Wales….

I looked up menus wherever I could find them,,
Be it a hotel, manor house, pub, restaurant, tea house,
bakery, butcher shop…..in countryside and/or chip shop on the quay.

Like where’s the best Cornish pasties, where can I get the various types of
meat pies, where are the best tea houses, where to eat in area I’m driving through
And what’s to eat at or by all the small trains of Wales

Mmmmm mmmmm mmmmmm….
https://shop.edwardsofconwy.co.uk/

https://shop.edwardsofconwy.co.uk/award-winning-pies/

https://www.visitwales.com/inspire-me/days-out/narrow-gauge-and-miniature-railways-wales

I REALLY REALLY like North Wales, and Mid-Wales.
I guess one of my favorite cities/town in North Wales is Conwy,
And then towns of Barmouth, Dolgellau, Harlech,
Ruthin was worth it too.

[Irish_Dem]

6. Wales is better based on food?

[IrishBubbaLiberal]

8. Wales and Ireland BOTH have fantastic food opportunities 😍😎😜

In North Wales I was able to spend more time there relatively
recently,

And unfortunately I haven’t been in Ireland for years.

So I know more about North Wales and Snowdania,
Little Trains of Wales, numerous castles in North Wales,
Corris and King Arthurs Labyrinth, Slate Museum,
Conwy, Wales Coastal Path, AND best of all…..

The magical ‘back roads’ single track thru glens, mountains,
The Ugly Tea House

😍
https://www.tuhwntirbont.co.uk/
Surrounded by beautiful gardens that offer stunning views of the Conwy Valley. Tu Hwnt I'r Bont is a beautiful and historic grade II listed 15th century tearoom located in the small town of Llanrwst, North Wales

[Irish_Dem]

11. To be honest the Irish food I grew up on was nothing to rave about.

Fairly bland and monotonous. Meat, potatoes, veggie.
No seasoning other than salt and pepper.

But perhaps the Irish have kicked it up a notch these days.

[IrishBubbaLiberal]

17. According to my sister n husband, plus my nieces and nephews Ireland is Foodie place now

They’ve been to Ireland quite often,
They Go to Europe on business frequently, and they usually add 5 days or more
to business trip to visit Ireland.

They like Kinsale area. Supposed to be Foodie place.

See
https://www.theirishroadtrip.com/best-kinsale-restaurants/

[Irish_Dem]

18. That is so cool.

I am sure after so many years of bland food, they were ready for great food.

[IrishBubbaLiberal]

10. Lobster Roll at Woodmans of Essex, Massachusetts 😍❤️😍

All of a sudden I HAVE A CRAVING FOR A LOBSTER ROLL FROM WOODMANS

Mmmmmm Woodmans of Essex

Mmmmmmm

Fried CLAMS ❤️
Lobster Roll 😎

https://newengland.com/travel/massachusetts/in-praise-of-woodmans-of-essex-ma/

[Irish_Dem]

12. I had lobster rolls in Canada this past summer.

Never saw anything like it.
Piled high with so much lobster I could not believe it.

[IrishBubbaLiberal]

13. Recipes -- North Wales Fish & Seafood, book

I bought this a few months ago.

Haven’t yet got around to trying the recipes

https://graffeg.com/products/north-wales-fish-seafood

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One of My favorite fish dish is the Italian Crazy Fish recipe,
Need really ripe tomatoes for the best taste,
So Summer dish usually for me.

Easy, quick, tasty

There are quite a few online recipes
https://www.foodandwine.com/recipes/fish-in-crazy-water

This recipe is ok,,, but I don’t use any vegetables.
And I use 1/2 dry white wine, 1-cup water,
A couple thin sliced garlic lightly pan cooked, And a pinch of chili flakes, heated in olive oil


https://www.panningtheglobe.com/fish-in-crazy-water/

Fish In Crazy Water is a classic Neapolitan dish of fresh fish poached with vegetables and water. A wonderfully simple, healthy and delicious recipe that yields tender fish and vegetables in sweet flavorful broth

HOW TO COOK FISH IN CRAZY WATER

The recipe for fish in crazy water is stunningly simple. The beauty of this dish is in the delicate sweet and savory flavors of the fresh ingredients.

Use the best ripe cherry tomatoes you can find to flavor the broth.

Use white fish fillets - your favorite or whatever is fresh. I've had great success with snapper, halibut and sea bass. I've listed a few other types of fish that will work well in this recipe.
The only other ingredients you'll need is olive oil, garlic, carrots, celery, onions, parsley and, of course, water. I like cutting the carrots and celery into matchsticks but chopping them is fine, too. Whatever suits you.

[Irish_Dem]

14. Adding the crazy water fish to my list of things to try.

Sounds great.

[IrishBubbaLiberal]

15. Pesce all'Acqua Pazza , simple recipe I use

I LOVE this review……Simple, Easy, Quick and TASTY

😎😇😍


I do modify recipes to ADD 1/2 cup dry white wine,
So reduce the amount of Water too.

https://italianchef.com/pesce-allacqua-pazza/#google_vignette

Pesce all’Acqua Pazza

4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 garlic cloves, sliced thin
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
12 grape or cherry tomatoes, sliced in half
3 cups water
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley
sea salt
2 pounds sea bass or red snapper fillets

INSTRUCTIONS
In a sauté pan at least two inches deep and large enough to hold the fish in one layer, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat and add the garlic and and red pepper flakes and sauté until the garlic is lightly browned.
Add the tomatoes and cook until they start to soften about 5 minutes.
Add the water, parsley and a pinch of salt. Turn the heat down to medium-low and allow to simmer for 15 minutes.
Place the fish in the pan, skin side down, cover the pan and cook until the fish is cooked through, 15-20 minutes.
Transfer the fish to warm plates, pour a little of the crazy water over and around the fish, making sure to include some tomatoes. Garnish with a little more fresh parsley and serve.

Or this 2nd recipe……

https://italianchef.com/pesce-allacqua-pazza/#google_vignette

Fish In Crazy Water
Prep 15 min cook 20 min

Fish In Crazy Water is a quick, elegant and truly foolproof recipe. The fish gently poaches in a tomato broth that is light and flavorful.

Neapolitans are known for being noisy, theatrical, food-loving and passionate. So it is no surprise that they created a dish called “Pesce all’acqua pazza” that translates to “fish in crazy water”.

The dish is actually very elegant and what is really crazy is how simple it is to make and only takes about 35 minutes to prep and cook.

It works with any fillets of firm white fish like cod, halibut, bass or snapper. The fish is poached in the “crazy water”, which is a light, delicious tomato broth flavored with olive oil, garlic and fresh herbs ready to be mopped up with crusty ciabatta bread.
(……..)

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp olive oil- divided
3 large cloves garlic, thinly sliced
1 tsp dried thyme
2 tbsp fresh, whole oregano leaves and a little extra for garnish.
pinch red chili flakes
1 cup ripe cherry tomatoes, sliced in half (the riper and softer the better)
½ cup white wine or dry vermouth (optional)
1 cup water
12-16 oz cod fillet cut in half (halibut or rock fish filets also work) - cooking time may vary with fish and its thickness.
salt to tase
For the garnish lemon wedges and oregano leaves

INSTRUCTIONS

Add 1 tbsp olive oil and the sliced garlic to a cold 8” inch pan and heat on medium fire. as soon as the garlic starts to sizzle, remove from heat and add chili flakes. (keep the flame or element on).
Over the sink, add the halved cherry tomatoes. They might splatter a little when they hit the hot oil. Once they have settled down, put them back on the fire. Let them blister and release their liquid - about 2 minutes.

Add the water, wine, oregano, and thyme, bring to a simmer and cook for about 10 minutes or until the broth has reduced and has a tomato taste. Press down on some of the tomatoes with a wooden spoon to help break them down to form a chunky broth. Taste and season with salt as needed.

Place the cod fillets skin side down into the broth mixture, (add a little water if you think there is not enough broth). Cover with lid or foil and simmer for about 3 minutes a side until the cod is flaky. (The time will vary depending on which fish you use).

To serve, place spoonfuls of the tomato mixture in the base of a shallow bowl and top with a cod fillet. Finish with a drizzle of olive oil, chopped oregano and lemon wedges and serve with slices of grilled ciabatta or baguette bread.

For more substance, serve a little cooked farro on the side.

😍

[Irish_Dem]

16. Thanks will try this too!

I love fish cooked like this.

[cornball 24]

3. We spent 10 days in Donegal in 2018. The food, especially the seafood, was

absolutely delicious! We love Donegal and will always treasure the memories of this wee bit of heaven on earth.

[Kali]

7. 35 euro for sirloin?

yikes

[IrishBubbaLiberal]

9. Steak is out of sight EXPENSIVE now. Seafood for me now.

I used to be able to get a Hawaiian Ribeye served w/ a side baked potato
in a nice Grill restaurant for about $30-34 (pre-Covid years)

Now at that same restaurant/grill it’s a whopping $55. !!

So NO MORE RIBEYE for me there anymore.
And I really don’t really care for red meat anymore,

So, It’s mainly seafood for me…. Salmon, Cod, Haddock, Arctic Char, etc
And farmed Rainbow Trout.
And IF I want to splurge…it’s mussels and/or clams for me.
NO STEAKS