Lithuanian Baked Fish with Vegetables
A simple yet flavorful dish where firm white fish is baked with a medley of colorful vegetables, creating a moist and healthy meal. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.
🧂 Ingredients
- 800 g Firm white fish fillets(e.g., cod, tilapia, pike, trout; cut into serving pieces)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 large Onions(thinly sliced)
- 3 medium Carrots(grated or thinly sliced)
- 2 Celery stalks(thinly sliced)
- 1 large Bell pepper(julienned)
- 4 medium Tomatoes(seeded and grated or chopped)
- 4 Garlic cloves(minced)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley or dill(chopped, for garnish)
- 1 tablespoon Mayonnaise or sour cream(optional, for topping)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 2
Rinse the fish fillets and pat them dry. Season with salt and pepper.
- 3
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions, grated carrots, and sliced celery. Cook for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables begin to soften.
- 4
Add the julienned bell pepper, grated tomatoes, and minced garlic to the skillet. Stir in the dried basil. Cook for another 8-10 minutes until the vegetables are tender. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- 5
Spread half of the cooked vegetables in the bottom of a baking dish.
- 6
Arrange the seasoned fish pieces over the vegetables.
- 7
Top the fish with the remaining cooked vegetables. If desired, spread a thin layer of mayonnaise or sour cream over the vegetables.
- 8
Bake for 30-45 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork, and the vegetables are tender.
- 9
Garnish with fresh chopped parsley or dill before serving.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Any firm white fish can be used for this recipe.
- ✓For a more intense flavor, marinate the fish in lemon juice, salt, and pepper for 15 minutes before baking.
- ✓You can add other vegetables like zucchini or mushrooms to the mix.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Stuff the fish with bacon, onion, and pepper before baking for a traditional fisherman's style.
- Serve with a side of sauerkraut or mashed potatoes.