Baked fish with mushrooms: A timeless recipe for any occasion
Baked fish with aromatic mushrooms is a classic dish that never goes out of style. It is not only exceptionally tasty but also incredibly simple to prepare, perfect for both everyday meals and special occasions.
One of the simplest yet most aromatic dishes you can prepare is fish baked with mushrooms. It is an excellent idea for a tasty lunch or dinner that will satisfy even the most demanding gourmets. The unique combination of delicate fish and flavourful mushrooms makes this dish suitable for any occasion—from everyday meals to festive evenings like Christmas Eve or New Year's Eve. Moreover, its preparation is simple and does not require spending many hours in the kitchen.
How to prepare fish with mushrooms?
Ingredients:
- 800 grams of fish (e.g., cod, salmon, trout),
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice,
- 1 large onion,
- 2 carrots,
- 1 leek,
- 1 teaspoon clarified butter,
- salt, pepper, lemon pepper,
- 200 grams of mushrooms or other types of mushrooms,
- 200 millilitres double cream.
Preparation:
- Prepare the fish: Cut the fish into portions, drizzle with lemon juice and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Prepare the vegetables: Cut the onion into half-rings, the carrot into sticks, and the leek into thin slices. Cut the mushrooms into slices.
- Place in the dish: Spread butter on the bottom of the baking dish. Lay the fish on top, followed by the vegetables and mushrooms.
- Bake: Place in a preheated oven (200°C) for about 45 minutes.
- Add the cream: Pour the cream over everything 7 minutes before the end of baking.
- Serve: After baking, sprinkle with freshly ground pepper and lemon pepper.
Variations you can try:
- Type of fish: You can use any type of fish, both white and oily.
- Type of mushrooms: Besides mushrooms, you can use other types of mushrooms, such as porcini, boletes, or chanterelles.
- Additions: You can add other vegetables to the dish, such as bell peppers, courgettes, or aubergines.
- Sauce: You can use vegetable stock or natural yoghurt instead of cream.
Baked fish with mushrooms is a dish that combines simplicity of preparation with an exceptional taste. It is an excellent proposal for a family dinner and special occasions. With this recipe, you'll discover a new side of fish and see that healthy eating can be truly delicious.
