Description
A simple and delicious whole fish recipe that highlights the freshness of the fish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 whole fish (around 2 pounds)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 lemon, sliced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- Fresh herbs (such as parsley or dill)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Clean and gut the fish if not already done.
- Rub the fish inside and out with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Stuff the fish with lemon slices, garlic, and herbs.
- Place the fish on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the fish flakes easily with a fork.
- Serve hot with additional lemon wedges.
Notes
- Use any white fish like snapper or sea bass.
- Adjust cooking time based on the size of the fish.
- Serve with a side salad or roasted vegetables.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: whole fish recipes, baked fish, Mediterranean fish