Baked Fish In Tomato Sauce Recipe

Elevate frozen fish fillets into a restaurant-worthy dish with this simple, flavorful recipe! A splash of white wine and fragrant oregano transform humble canned tomato sauce into a vibrant baking sauce, perfectly complementing flaky white fish. Ready in under 30 minutes, it's a weeknight winner.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 144.5 kcal
Protein 53g
Rating 4.3 (6 Reviews)
Baked Fish In Tomato Sauce

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

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Ingredients for Baked Fish In Tomato Sauce

  • Fish Fillet
  • Salt And Pepper
  • Olive Oil
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup dry white wine
  • Dried Oregano
  • 1 lemon, halved

How to Make Baked Fish In Tomato Sauce

  1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Lightly oil a baking dish (approximately 9x13 inches).
  3. Season 4 (6-ounce) fish fillets with salt and pepper to taste. Arrange them in the prepared baking dish.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 1 (28-ounce) can of crushed tomatoes, 1/4 cup dry white wine, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes (optional).
  5. Pour the tomato sauce evenly over the fish fillets.
  6. Cover the baking dish tightly with aluminum foil.
  7. Bake for 10-15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the centers are opaque.
  8. Remove the foil and squeeze the juice of 1/2 lemon over the fish.
  9. Slice the remaining lemon half into 4 wedges.
  10. Serve the baked fish immediately, garnished with lemon wedges.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

1g

Carbs

1g