Save A vibrant seafood dish featuring tender blue fish fillets, fresh vegetables, and a hint of citrus, evoking the freshness of the ocean.
This recipe brings the ocean to your plate with simple preparation and fresh ingredients that delight my family every time.
Ingredients
- Fish & Seafood: 4 blue fish fillets (e.g., mackerel, sardine, or bluefish) about 150 g each, 200 g small shrimp peeled and deveined
- Vegetables: 1 fennel bulb thinly sliced, 1 red onion finely chopped, 1 small zucchini diced, 200 g cherry tomatoes halved
- Aromatics & Seasonings: 2 cloves garlic minced, Zest and juice of 1 lemon, 1 tbsp capers drained, 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped, 1 tbsp fresh dill chopped, 1 tsp sea salt, ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper, ½ tsp smoked paprika, 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- Accompaniment: 200 g cooked quinoa or wild rice (optional)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F).
- Step 2:
- Rinse and pat dry the blue fish fillets. Season both sides with salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Step 3:
- Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a large ovenproof skillet over medium heat. Add the red onion and fennel sauté for 3 4 minutes until softened.
- Step 4:
- Add garlic and zucchini cook for another 2 minutes. Stir in cherry tomatoes, capers, half the lemon zest, and half the parsley.
- Step 5:
- Lay the blue fish fillets and shrimp over the vegetables. Drizzle with remaining olive oil and lemon juice.
- Step 6:
- Sprinkle with dill and remaining lemon zest. Transfer the skillet to the oven and bake for 15 18 minutes, until the fish is cooked through and the shrimp are pink.
- Step 7:
- Remove from oven, garnish with the rest of the parsley. Serve hot, optionally over quinoa or wild rice.
Save This dish always brings everyone to the table. Sharing it with family turns any meal into a special occasion.
Serving Suggestions
Serve with a chilled Sauvignon Blanc or a dry rosé to complement the seafood flavors.
Required Tools
Ovenproof skillet or baking dish, Chef's knife, Cutting board, Measuring spoons
Allergen Information
Contains fish and shellfish (shrimp). Double-check for allergens in capers and other processed ingredients.
Save Enjoy this fresh and flavorful seafood dish that is quick to prepare and perfect for any occasion.
Kitchen Q&A
- → What types of fish work best for this dish?
Blue fish varieties like mackerel, sardine, or bluefish are ideal due to their tender texture and rich flavor. Salmon or trout can also be used as alternatives.
- → Can I substitute the shrimp with another seafood?
Yes, small shrimp add sweetness, but scallops or small scallops can be used depending on availability.
- → How do I know when the fish and shrimp are cooked properly?
The fish should be opaque and easily flake with a fork, while shrimp should turn pink and firm to touch.
- → What is the role of smoked paprika in this dish?
Smoked paprika adds a subtle smoky depth and gentle warmth that enhances the seafood and vegetable flavors.
- → Is it necessary to use an ovenproof skillet for cooking?
An ovenproof skillet allows starting the dish on the stovetop and finishing in the oven, ensuring even cooking and flavor melding.