Azerbaijan Authentic Stuffed Fish Recipe 🌶

whole fish

🥗Healthier: filleted fish

💰Cheaper: canned fish

Canned fish is more affordable and easier to prepare.

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Sunflower seeds provide a similar crunch at a lower cost.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is often less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: frozen herbs

Frozen herbs are convenient and can be more cost-effective.

Clean and gut the fish, then rinse under cold water.

Cook the rice in salted water until tender, then drain and set aside.

Sauté chopped onion and garlic in olive oil until translucent.

Add diced tomato and bell pepper, cooking until softened.

Mix the cooked rice with the sautéed vegetables, chopped herbs, spices, and walnuts.

Stuff the mixture into the cavity of the fish.

Place the stuffed fish in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.

Cover with foil and bake until the fish is cooked through and golden.

Cooking Techniques

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