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Puttanesca Fish Tray Bake Recipe

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A flavorful and easy-to-make Puttanesca Fish Tray Bake featuring tender white fish baked in a vibrant sauce of tomatoes, olives, capers, and garlic. This Mediterranean-inspired dish combines savory, briny, and tangy flavors into one wholesome meal perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a relaxed weekend feast.

Ingredients

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Fish

  • 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or pollock), about 6 oz each

Sauce

  • 400g canned chopped tomatoes (about 1 can)
  • 100g black olives, pitted and halved
  • 2 tablespoons capers, drained
  • 3 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried chili flakes (optional, for heat)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Fresh parsley, chopped (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). In a mixing bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, olives, capers, sliced garlic, olive oil, and chili flakes if using. Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper, then stir well to blend all flavors.
  2. Arrange fish in tray: Place the white fish fillets in a single layer in a baking dish or tray suitable for the oven. Pour the prepared Puttanesca sauce evenly over and around the fish fillets, ensuring they are well covered.
  3. Bake the fish: Place the tray in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and is opaque in the center. The sauce will thicken slightly and the flavors will meld beautifully during baking.
  4. Serve hot: Carefully remove the tray from the oven. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley and serve immediately. This dish pairs wonderfully with crusty bread, steamed rice, or roasted vegetables to soak up the delicious sauce.

Notes

  • Choose firm white fish fillets for best results; avoid very delicate fish that may break apart during baking.
  • If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce or omit the chili flakes.
  • Feel free to add anchovies for an authentic Puttanesca flavor twist.
  • This dish can be prepared ahead by assembling everything in the tray and refrigerating before baking.
  • Leftovers keep well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days and can be gently reheated.

Keywords: Puttanesca, fish bake, Mediterranean fish recipe, baked white fish, healthy seafood dinner, one-tray fish dish

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