Plachie de Pește
Fish Plachie
A flavorful baked fish dish where fillets are layered with thinly sliced vegetables like onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers, then baked in a savory sauce. It's a lighter yet satisfying way to enjoy fish, often seasoned with herbs and garlic.
🧂 Ingredients
- 600 g White fish fillets(such as carp, pike-perch, or cod)
- 2 medium Onions(thinly sliced)
- 3 medium Tomatoes(thinly sliced)
- 1 large Bell pepper(any color, thinly sliced)
- 3 cloves Garlic(minced)
- 4 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 100 ml White wine(optional)
- 100 ml Water or fish broth
- 2 tbsp Fresh parsley(chopped)
- to taste Salt
- to taste Black pepper
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 190°C (375°F).
💡 Tip: Ensure oven is fully heated before baking. - 2
Lightly grease a baking dish with oil.
- 3
Layer half of the sliced onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers at the bottom of the baking dish.
- 4
Place the fish fillets on top of the vegetables. Season the fish with salt and pepper.
- 5
Scatter the minced garlic and chopped parsley over the fish.
- 6
Arrange the remaining sliced onions, tomatoes, and bell peppers on top of the fish.
- 7
In a small bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, white wine (if using), and water or fish broth. Pour this mixture evenly over the vegetables and fish.
- 8
Cover the baking dish tightly with foil.
- 9
Bake for 20 minutes. Then, remove the foil and bake for another 10-15 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily, and the vegetables are tender.
💡 Tip: The exact baking time will depend on the thickness of your fish fillets. - 10
Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
💡 Tip: Serve hot, perhaps with a side of mămăligă or crusty bread.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Choose firm white fish that hold their shape well during baking.
- ✓Don't overcrowd the baking dish; ensure there's enough space for the vegetables and fish to cook evenly.
- ✓For a spicier version, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the sauce.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a layer of thinly sliced potatoes at the bottom for a heartier dish.
- Use different herbs like dill or tarragon for a different flavor profile.
- A squeeze of lemon juice over the fish before baking can add brightness.