Fish with Peppers in Paper Parcels 🍽️
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Description
Dive into the delightful world of Mediterranean flavors with this Fish with Peppers in Paper Parcels recipe from Love With Recipes. Perfectly tender fish fillets are nestled within aromatic parcels filled with a vibrant blend of peppers, tomatoes, and feta cheese, creating a meal that’s as pleasing to the eye as it is to the palate. This dish is a wonderful choice for a light yet satisfying dinner, effortlessly combining convenience and taste.
Category
Peppers
Keywords
Vegetable, European, < 60 Mins, Oven
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 green pepper, sliced
- 1 cup tomatoes, chopped
- 1 cup fresh mint, chopped
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
- 4 fish fillets (e.g., cod, haddock)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Parchment paper or aluminum foil for wrapping
Instructions
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Preheat the Oven
Begin by preheating your oven to 350°F (180°C). This ensures it’s at the perfect temperature for baking your fish parcels. -
Cook the Aromatics
Heat the olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Add the finely chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until it becomes soft and translucent, which should take about 3-5 minutes. -
Add the Vegetables
Stir in the minced garlic and sliced green pepper. Continue to cook until the peppers are tender but still retain some crunch, being careful not to let them brown. -
Incorporate Tomatoes and Herbs
Add the chopped tomatoes and fresh mint to the pan. Stir well to combine all the ingredients. Sprinkle in the dried oregano and season with salt and pepper to taste. Let the mixture cook for a few more minutes until everything is well-blended and aromatic. -
Prepare the Paper Parcels
Cut four large rounds of parchment paper or aluminum foil. Each piece should be large enough to wrap around a fish fillet comfortably. You can use a dinner plate as a template to ensure the right size. -
Assemble the Parcels
Spoon a generous amount of the pepper mixture onto the bottom half of each parchment or foil round. Place a fish fillet on top of the mixture. Spoon more of the pepper mixture over the fish, ensuring it’s well-covered. Scatter crumbled feta cheese on top of each fillet. -
Seal the Parcels
Fold the paper or foil over the fish to form a semi-circle. Seal the edges by folding them several times, creating a tight packet. This will help to lock in the flavors and juices during baking. -
Bake the Fish
Arrange the sealed parcels on a baking sheet. Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork. -
Serve
If you used parchment paper, you can serve the fish directly in the parcels for a charming presentation. For foil, carefully open the parcels before serving to avoid steam burns.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 365.6
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5.8g
- Cholesterol: 125.8mg
- Sodium: 481.6mg
- Carbohydrates: 9.9g
- Fiber: 2.3g
- Sugar: 5.9g
- Protein: 46.8g
Enjoy your flavorful and healthy Fish with Peppers in Paper Parcels, and savor the blend of Mediterranean ingredients wrapped up in a convenient and elegant presentation! 🌟🍴
