Baked Whitefish Recipe

whitefish

🥗Healthier: cod

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Cod is a leaner option, while tilapia is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: ghee

💰Cheaper: margarine

Ghee offers a richer flavor, while margarine is often cheaper.

white wine

🥗Healthier: chicken broth

💰Cheaper: water with lemon juice

Chicken broth adds flavor without the alcohol, while water with lemon is a cost-effective substitute.

Combine melted butter, olive oil, and garlic powder in a bowl and stir until mixed.

Line a baking sheet with enough parchment paper to cover the fish while baking.

Place the white fish fillets skin side down on the baking sheet and pat them dry with a paper towel.

Sprinkle salt and black pepper on the fish.

Brush the butter and olive oil mixture on top of the fish.

Top the fish with thinly sliced shallots and lemon rounds.

Sprinkle a few sprigs of fresh thyme on top of the fish.

Cover the fish with parchment paper and bake in a 400°F (204°C) oven for 15 to 20 minutes.

The fish is done when it flakes apart and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F (63°C) on an instant read thermometer.

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