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30 min

Baked Bluefish

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Time

30 min

Serving

4 persons

Calories

277

Rating

5.00★ (2)

Author: Monica Feluchi

It comes as no surprise that blue fish recipes are all very different, and it’s hard to choose the one that will suit your culinary tastes and be to the liking of your family all at once. Here is a really nice option for a festive table that will hardly leave your family indifferent. It is one of the best blue fish recipes of all that will turn your holiday meals into an exotic dinner, the likes of which can be found only in a luxury restaurant. It’s extremely easy to cook and exceptionally tasty, so don’t waste your time but test this recipe right away to find out how to add a heavenly taste to bluefish fillets to make them flavorful and yummy.

Ingredients

  • bluefish fillet: 1 piece (0.5-1 pound)
  • kosher salt: 0.5 tsp
  • black pepper: 0.25 tsp
  • lemon: 5 piece (thin slices)
  • butter: 50 g
  • herbs: 5 piece (fresh; mixture of tarragon, thyme, fennel fronds and/or parsley)
  • white dry wine: 3 Tbsp
  • lemon juice: 2 Tbsp

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Stages of cooking

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  1. Start cooking the dish with heating the oven to 176 C (350 F). Take foil and cut the piece, the size of which should be enough to wrap the fish fillet. If the foil is too thin, double layer it. Cover the baking pan with foil, rinse the fillet of the bluefish and put it into the center of foil. Make sure the skin is on the foil.

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  2. Dredge the fillet with black pepper and salt. Cover it with thin lemon slices and pieces of butter. 

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  3. Put a few sprigs of herbs above (it is better to use fresh herbs).

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  4. Pour white wine above the fillet, sprinkle with lemon juice and wrap the foil.

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  5. Bake in the pre-heated oven for about 15-20 minutes until the fish is ready. Serve warm with any side dish you prefer! Enjoy!   

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History of the Baked Bluefish:

Bluefish has long been a popular food fish for both commercial and recreational fishermen. It is a saltwater fish found in the Atlantic Ocean, and its mild, tender white flesh makes it an ideal ingredient for a range of recipes. Baked Bluefish is a classic dish that has been enjoyed for generations, with roots in many coastal regions of the world.

Tips and Tricks for Baked Bluefish Recipe:

  1. Choose the freshest bluefish fillet you can find. Check for firm, moist flesh that does not have a fishy odor. If possible, buy from a trusted fishmonger.
  2. Use a double layer of foil to wrap the fish to prevent any liquid from escaping during cooking.
  3. Lemon slices and butter are a great flavor combination for fish, but feel free to experiment with other herbs and spices to suit your taste.
  4. Be sure to seal the edges of the foil packet tightly to keep the steam and flavors trapped inside during cooking.
  5. Do not overcook the fish; it should be tender and flaky, with an internal temperature of 145В°F.

Tips for presenting the dish:

  1. Baked Bluefish is a beautiful and colorful dish that can be presented on a large platter or individual plates.
  2. Garnish with additional sprigs of fresh herbs, lemon zest, or grilled vegetables for added flavor and visual appeal.
  3. Serve with a side of roasted or grilled vegetables, rice, or a fresh garden salad for a complete and well-balanced meal.
  4. Don't forget to pour any remaining juices from the foil packet over the fish before serving for added flavor.

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