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HOW TO MAKE EASY OVEN BAKED FISH - OVEN BAKED WHOLE GILT-HEAD BREAM RECIPE | INTHEKITCHENWITHELISA

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Oven Baked Whole Gilt-Head Bream

Cultural Context

Originating from the Mediterranean, gilt-head bream is a prized fish known for its delicate flavor and flaky texture. Traditionally enjoyed in coastal regions, it is often prepared simply to highlight its natural taste. Today, this dish is popular in various cuisines, celebrated for its ease of preparation and ability to impress at gatherings.

MediterraneanHRmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
gilt-head bream
2 bell peppers
4 tomatoes
1.5 lemons
dill
salt
black pepper
olive oil

gilt-head bream

🥗Healthier: sea bass

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Sea bass offers a similar flavor profile, while tilapia is more affordable.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has health benefits, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Dried herbs are convenient and budget-friendly.

lemon

🥗Healthier: lime

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime provides a similar acidity, while vinegar is often less expensive.

1

Cut the bell peppers into fairly small pieces.

2

Halve the tomatoes.

3

Make diagonal cuts in the skin of the fish on both sides.

4

Stuff the cuts with slices of lemon.

5

Season the inside of the fish with salt, dill, and lemon.

6

Stuff the inside of the fish with dill and lemon slices.

7

Prepare a baking dish with the bell peppers and some dill.

8

Add leftover lemon to the baking dish.

9

Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and season with salt and black pepper.

10

Place the fish on top of the peppers in the baking dish.

11

Add the halved tomatoes around the fish.

12

Season the fish with more salt, black pepper, and olive oil.

13

Bake in the oven at 200°C for 20 to 25 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

cleaningseasoningbaking

Equipment Needed

baking dishovenknifecutting board

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

Baked Gilt-Head BreamOven-Roasted Gilt-Head Bream

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