I think it's fantastic what a difference it makes for a woman whether her mom/grandmom was a big cook or she wasn't. And more so, whether the little girl was allowed to help in the kitchen or not. I think that can make the difference between a lifelong love for cooking and a complete avoidance of the kitchen!
That looks really yummy! Might try, though not being too big of a fish person, might turn it into a vegetarian option :D But seriously, mouthwatering.
You are so right, I'm sure if I was not allowed to 'help', I'd likely never have been a keen cook. When I made the first supper for the family on my own, it tasted awful. My brothers couldn't get up from the table soon enough. My Dad was the only one who finished his plate of food, and told me how nice it tasted! He was such a kind soul. That encouraged me to cook something better next time. That's how we learn.
A vegetarian version of this dish will be just as good.
Always nice seeing you @honeydue!