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Juicy and Flaky Fish Seared and Baked with Tomatoes and Olives

Ingredients

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  • For the Fish Fillet:1Fish Fillet1 teaspoonPaprika1 teaspoonItalian Seasoning1 teaspoonCajun Seasoning (Old Bay or Creole Seasoning)½ teaspoonChili Flakes1 teaspoonFish Seasoning (optional)½ teaspoonSalt½ teaspoonBlack Pepper3 tablespoonsCooking Oil
  • 1Fish Fillet
  • 1 teaspoonPaprika
  • 1 teaspoonItalian Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoonCajun Seasoning (Old Bay or Creole Seasoning)
  • ½ teaspoonChili Flakes
  • 1 teaspoonFish Seasoning (optional)
  • ½ teaspoonSalt
  • ½ teaspoonBlack Pepper
  • 3 tablespoonsCooking Oil
  • For the Tomatoes and Olives:2 cupsCherry Tomatoes¼ cupOlives2sprigs Fresh Parsley2sprigs Fresh Thyme3Garlic Cloves (minced or diced)½ teaspoonof the Mixed Seasoning Above2 tablespoonsWater3 tablespoonsSalted ButterPinch of Salt and Pepper
  • 2 cupsCherry Tomatoes
  • ¼ cupOlives
  • 2sprigs Fresh Parsley
  • 2sprigs Fresh Thyme
  • 3Garlic Cloves (minced or diced)
  • ½ teaspoonof the Mixed Seasoning Above
  • 2 tablespoonsWater
  • 3 tablespoonsSalted Butter
  • Pinch of Salt and Pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat your ovento 400℉ (200℃).
  2. In a small bowl, mix all the ingredients for the fish seasoning. Reserve 1 teaspoon of the seasoning mix for the tomatoes.
  3. Rub both sides of the fish fillet with the seasoning mix, ensuring it is evenly coated.
  4. Heat oil in a pan over medium heat.Sear both sidesof the fish for 1 minute until they are nicely charred. The fish should not be fully cooked at this stage.
  5. Remove the fish from the pan and set it aside.
  6. In the same pan, add all the ingredients for the tomatoes and olives (except the butter) and sauté for about 3 minutes, stirring continuously.
  7. Place the fish back in the middle of the pan, add the butter on top, and transfer the pan to the preheated oven. If your pan is not oven-safe, transfer everything to a baking sheet or oven-safe dish.
  8. Bakeat 400℉ (200℃) for 10 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
  9. Remove from the oven and serve immediately with your choice of side.

Notes

Choose the Right Fish:For best results, use a firm, white fish like cod, halibut, or snapper. These types hold up well during searing and baking without falling apart. Even Cooking:Make sure your fish fillet is of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking. Seasoning:Don’t skip on the seasoning. The mix of spices is what gives this dish its bold flavor, so be generous when coating the fish.

  • Author: Chef Stella