Psari sto Fourno me Patates kai Lemoni
Baked Fish with Potatoes and Lemon
A simple yet flavorful Greek dish featuring whole baked fish (often sea bream or sea bass) cooked in the oven with potatoes, lemon, olive oil, and herbs. It's a staple in Greek households for its ease of preparation and delicious taste.
🧂 Ingredients
- 2 about 500g each Whole fish (e.g., sea bream, sea bass)(cleaned and scaled)
- 700 g Potatoes(peeled and cut into wedges)
- 2 large Lemons(1 juiced, 1 sliced)
- 100 ml Olive oil
- 4 cloves Garlic(thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp Fresh oregano(chopped)
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 100 ml Water or white wine
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 2
In a large baking dish, toss the potato wedges with half of the olive oil, sliced garlic, half of the oregano, salt, and pepper. Arrange them in a single layer.
- 3
Place the cleaned fish on top of the potatoes. Make a few shallow slashes on the sides of each fish.
- 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, the remaining olive oil, chopped oregano, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Pour this mixture over the fish and potatoes.
- 5
Add the lemon slices on top of the fish and pour the water or white wine into the bottom of the baking dish.
- 6
Bake for 45-50 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the potatoes are tender and golden. Baste the fish and potatoes with the pan juices halfway through baking.
- 7
Let it rest for a few minutes before serving. Serve directly from the baking dish.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the fish is fresh for the best flavor.
- ✓Don't overcrowd the baking dish; use a large enough one to allow for even cooking.
- ✓Adjust baking time based on the size and thickness of your fish.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add cherry tomatoes or sliced bell peppers to the baking dish.
- Use different herbs like thyme or rosemary.