Mediterranean Baked Fish

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:

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

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

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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!