Mediterranean Baked Fish:

Presented by Kitchen Flavors

Ingredients

To Season the Fish

1 Fish Fillet (Basa, Cod, Halibut, etc.)

1 teaspoon Paprika

1 teaspoon Italian seasoning

1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning (Old Bay or Creole seasoning)

½ teaspoon Chilli flakes

1 teaspoon Fish seasoning (optional)

½ teaspoon Salt

½ teaspoon Black pepper

3 tablespoons Cooking oil

For the Tomatoes and Olives

2 cups Cherry tomatoes (cut into medium chunks)

¼ cup Olives (or capers as a substitute)

2 sprigs Parsley (fresh)

2 sprigs Thyme (fresh)

3 Garlic cloves (minced or diced)

½ teaspoon of the mixed seasoning above

2 tablespoons Water

3 tablespoons Salted butter

Pinch of Salt and Pepper

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

Season the Fish: Mix all the seasoning ingredients in a small bowl. Rub both sides of the fish fillet with the seasoning mix.

Sear the Fish: Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat. Sear both sides of the fish for about 1 minute each to give it a charred look. Remove and set aside.

Sauté Tomatoes and Olives: In the same skillet, add all the ingredients for the tomatoes and olives mixture except the butter. Sauté for about 3 minutes, stirring continuously.

Bake the Fish: Place the seared fish back in the skillet (or transfer to an oven-safe dish if your skillet isn’t oven-safe). Add butter on top of the fish and bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through.

Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately with your choice of side, such as roasted potatoes, saffron rice, or garlic herb potatoes.

Tips

Test for Doneness: Use a fork to check if the fish flakes easily or ensure the internal temperature reaches 145°F (63°C).

Serving Suggestions: Pair with baked potato wedges, saffron rice, or roasted garlic potatoes for a complete meal.

Enjoy your delicious Mediterranean Baked Fish!