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Baked Stuffed Fish Fillet
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 to 2 pounds thin fish fillets
such as flounder, sole, or tilapia
- plus more to taste1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 3 tablespoons finely chopped onion
- 1/2 cup finely chopped celery
- 6 tablespoons butter
melted
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried sage
crumbled
- 4 cups dry bread
cut or torn into 1/4-inch pieces
- 6 teaspoons butter
- Chopped parsley
for garnish
- Lemon wedges
optional
Directions
- 1
Gather the ingredients.
- 2
Preheat the oven to 350 F. Cut fish into strips.
- 3
Generously grease a muffin tin.
- 4
Line prepared muffin cups with fish strips.
- 5
Sprinkle lightly with salt.
- 6
In a small skillet, sauté onion and celery in 6 tablespoons of butter until just tender.
- 7
Combine vegetable and butter mixture with salt, ground black pepper, sage, and bread pieces. Add a little hot water if stuffing seems too dry.
- 8
Spoon stuffing into each fish-lined muffin cup.
- 9
Dot the top of each stuffing center with about a 1/2 teaspoon of butter.
- 10
Sprinkle with chopped parsley.
- 11
Bake for 30 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
- 12
Serve with lemon wedges, if desired.
Baked Stuffed Fish Fillet
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About this Recipe
Looking for an elegant, yet remarkably simple, weeknight dinner that feels special? This Baked Stuffed Fish Fillet recipe is your answer, transforming delicate fish into a flavorful, satisfying meal with minimal effort.
What makes this recipe truly stand out is its clever approach: baking individual portions in muffin tins. This technique ensures each thin fish fillet, whether flounder, sole, or tilapia, cooks perfectly and holds its savory breadcrumb stuffing beautifully. The stuffing itself is a classic blend of fresh bread, finely chopped celery and onion, aromatic dried sage, and rich butter, creating a comforting complement to the flaky fish.
Imagine tender, moist fish fillets wrapped around a generous mound of buttery, herb-infused stuffing. The savory notes of sage and the subtle crunch of celery and onion create a delightful texture contrast, making each bite incredibly satisfying. This dish offers a refined yet approachable flavor profile that is perfect for a cozy dinner at home or for impressing guests without spending hours in the kitchen.
Customization is simple with this dish. You can easily swap between different thin fish fillets like flounder, sole, or tilapia depending on what's fresh and available at your market. While the stuffing recipe is perfectly balanced, feel free to experiment with a different herb if you're inclined, though the dried sage provides a wonderfully classic flavor. For an extra touch of brightness, a squeeze of fresh lemon is always welcome.
Serve these elegant stuffed fish fillets as the centerpiece of a delicious dinner. They pair wonderfully with simple steamed green vegetables or a light rice pilaf, making for a complete and wholesome meal. Garnish with a sprinkle of fresh chopped parsley and a lemon wedge for a beautiful presentation.