OVEN-POACHED FISH IN OLIVE OIL

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Categories     Fish     Poach     Lemon     Halibut     Spring     Healthy     Parsley     Capers     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

1/4 cup capers (preferably in salt), rinsed
2 1/2 lb (1-inch-thick) scrod or halibut fillets
1 1/2 large lemons, thinly sliced crosswise
1/4 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley
2 cups extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 250°F.
  • Chop half of capers and pat fish dry. Sprinkle fish with 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and let stand 10 minutes at room temperature. Arrange half of lemon slices in 1 layer in an 8-inch square glass baking dish and arrange fish in 1 layer over lemon. Top with all of capers, remaining lemon slices, and 3 tablespoons parsley, then pour oil over fish. Bake in middle of oven, uncovered, until fish just flakes and is cooked through, about 1 to 1 1/4 hours.
  • Serve fish with some of lemon slices, capers, and oil spooned over. Sprinkle with remaining tablespoon parsley.

Jammy Washington
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This recipe is a must-try for any fish lover. It's easy to make and the results are amazing.


syed ullah
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I'm not a big fan of fish, but this recipe changed my mind. The fish was cooked perfectly and the olive oil added a really nice flavor.


Laraithon Cambrin
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This is my go-to recipe for cooking fish. It's always a hit with my family and friends.


Aunallah Aziza
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I love this recipe! It's so easy to make and the fish always turns out perfect. I've even started experimenting with different types of fish and they all turn out great.


Adnan Keyani
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This recipe is a great way to cook fish. It's simple and easy to follow, and the results are always delicious.


Fizzy Bwoyug
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I've made this recipe several times and it's always a hit. The fish is always cooked perfectly and the olive oil adds a wonderful flavor.


Henry Emmanuel
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This dish is so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser. I love that I can use any type of fish I have on hand.


Noah Giusa
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of fish, but I'm so glad I did! The fish was cooked perfectly and the olive oil added a really nice flavor. I will definitely be making this again.


Ontekile Baitaodi
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This recipe is a keeper! The fish was so tender and flaky. I loved the crispy skin. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Rajak Satish
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I followed the recipe exactly and the fish turned out great! It was moist and flavorful. I served it with roasted vegetables and it was a hit with my family.


Jography Creation
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This dish was absolutely delicious! The fish was cooked perfectly and the olive oil added a wonderful flavor. I will definitely be making this again.