Save A vibrant seafood dish featuring tender blue fish fillets, fresh vegetables, and a hint of citrus, evoking the freshness of the ocean.
This dish reminds me of peaceful seaside dinners shared with family, filled with the aroma of fresh herbs and citrus.
Ingredients
- Fish & Seafood: 4 blue fish fillets (eg mackerel, sardine, or bluefish) about 150 g each, 200 g small shrimp peeled and deveined
- Vegetables: 1 fennel bulb thinly sliced, 1 red onion finely chopped, 1 small zucchini diced, 200 g cherry tomatoes halved
- Aromatics & Seasonings: 2 cloves garlic minced, Zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1 tbsp capers drained, 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped, 1 tsp sea salt, ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, ½ tsp smoked paprika, 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Accompaniment: 200 g cooked quinoa or wild rice (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Step 2:
- Rinse and pat dry the blue fish fillets. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Step 3:
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the red onion and fennel; sauté for 3 4 minutes until softened.
- Step 4:
- Add garlic and zucchini; cook for another 2 minutes. Stir in cherry tomatoes, capers, half the lemon zest, and half the parsley.
- Step 5:
- Lay the blue fish fillets and shrimp over the vegetables. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and lemon juice.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle with dill and remaining lemon zest. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 18 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and the shrimp are pink.
- Step 7:
- Remove from oven, garnish with the rest of the parsley. Serve hot, optionally over quinoa or wild rice.
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Notes
For a spicier touch, add a pinch of chili flakes before baking. Substitute blue fish with salmon or trout if desired. Serve with a chilled Sauvignon Blanc or a dry rosé.
Required Tools
Ovenproof skillet or baking dish, Chefs knife, Cutting board, Measuring spoons
Nutritional Information
Per serving: Calories 340, Total Fat 15 g, Carbohydrates 12 g, Protein 36 g
Save Enjoy this fresh and flavorful dish that brings the ocean to your plate with every bite.
Recipe Questions & Answers
- → What types of fish work best for this dish?
Bluefish, mackerel, or sardines are ideal choices as they offer tender, flavorful fillets that complement the citrus and herbs well.
- → Can other grains be served alongside?
Yes, quinoa or wild rice are recommended options but you can also try couscous or barley for variation.
- → How should I prepare the vegetables for optimal flavor?
Sauté fennel and red onion first until softened, then add garlic, zucchini, and cherry tomatoes to build layers of flavor before combining with seafood.
- → Is it possible to add spice to the dish?
Adding a pinch of chili flakes before baking introduces a subtle heat that complements the smoky paprika and citrus notes.
- → What herbs enhance this seafood dish?
Fresh parsley and dill add brightness and herby freshness, perfectly balancing the seafood and lemon elements.