- Prep
- 20 min
- Cook
- 30 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Yield
- 4 servings
- Difficulty
- EASY
- Calories
- 250 kcal
Quick summary
“A crispy and fragrant baked fish, perfect for a quick and tasty dinner. It's worth it for the simplicity and intense flavor of the ingredients.”
What you need to know
- Filé de peixe de qualidade é fundamental para o sabor
- O uso de limão e ervas cria um sabor intenso
- Aspas de limão dão textura crocante ao final
Ingredients
Main
- 1 kg of fish fillet (suggestion: tilapia or sea bass)
- 2 lemons (juice and zest)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- Fine herbs to taste (e.g.: rosemary, thyme)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
Instructions
Principal
- Preheat the oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
- Wash the fish and place it in a baking sheet.
- Season with lemon juice, olive oil, salt, pepper, and fine herbs.
- Add the lemon zest over the fish.
- Cover the baking sheet with aluminum foil.
- Take to the oven and bake for 20 minutes.
- Remove the aluminum foil and bake for another 10 minutes to brown.
- Check the doneness of the fish, which should be tender and flaking.
- Remove from the oven and finish with a drizzle of olive oil.
- Serve with side dishes of your choice.
Chef's tips
- Escolha um peixe que não tenha pele para facilitar o cozimento
- Tempere com antecedência para que as ervas e limão penetrem bem
- Verifique a consistência do peixe antes de retirar do forno
Variations
- Para variar, pode-se adicionar fatias de cebola vermelha ao peixe antes de assar
- Inclua alcaparras picadas na mistura de ervas para um sabor adicional
- Experimente com outros tipos de peixe, como salmão ou tilápia
Substitutions
- Pode-se usar filé de tilápia se não for possível encontrar robalo
- Azeite de oliva pode ser substituído por óleo de coco sem alterar muito o sabor
- Ervas finas podem ser substituídas por uma mistura de orégano e manjericão
How to store
Set the roast fish aside and serve immediately. It is not recommended to store for later consumption.
Can it be frozen?
It is not recommended to freeze this dish, as the fish texture may be affected after thawing.
What to serve with
Serves well with white rice, lettuce and tomato salad, or roasted potatoes.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use another variety of fish?
Yes, you can use tilapia, salmon, or sea bass, depending on availability.
Can I make this dish in advance?
It is not recommended to prepare in advance, as the flavor is better when fresh.
How can I ensure the fish is cooked?
Check if the fish is white and flaking easily with a fork.
Can it be frozen?
Freezing is not recommended, as the texture of the fish may be affected after thawing.
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