Description
Psari Plaki is a classic Greek baked fish dish featuring tender white fish fillets cooked with fresh tomatoes, onions, garlic, and fragrant herbs. This wholesome recipe combines the bright flavors of lemon juice, parsley, and dill with olive oil, creating a deliciously aromatic meal perfect for a healthy dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Fish and Vegetables
- 800 g white fish fillets
- 4 tomatoes, chopped
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
Herbs and Seasoning
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp dill
- 1½ tsp salt
Other
- 5 tbsp olive oil
- 3 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (355°F) to prepare for baking the fish and vegetables evenly.
- Prepare the Base: Spread the sliced onions and chopped tomatoes evenly in a baking dish to form a flavorful vegetable layer.
- Arrange the Fish: Place the white fish fillets carefully on top of the layered vegetables to ensure even cooking.
- Add Herbs and Garlic: Sprinkle the minced garlic, chopped parsley, and dill over the fish to infuse the dish with aromatic flavors.
- Season and Drizzle: Drizzle the olive oil and lemon juice uniformly over the fish and vegetables, then season the entire dish with salt to taste.
- Cover and Bake: Cover the dish loosely with aluminum foil to retain moisture and bake it in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, until the fish is tender and fully cooked.
- Serve and Enjoy: Remove from the oven and serve warm, ideally accompanied by crusty bread, roasted potatoes, or rice to complement the rich flavors.
Notes
- Use firm white fish fillets like cod, haddock, or sea bass for best results.
- Covering with foil helps keep the fish moist while baking.
- Adjust salt and lemon juice according to your taste preference.
- Fresh herbs add more vibrant flavor than dried.
- This dish pairs well with a light Greek salad for a complete meal.
