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Baked Fish With Tarragon Recipe

Experience the exquisite flavors of this baked fish recipe! Tender, flaky fish is perfectly complemented by fresh tarragon, lemon, and buttery crackers. This recipe is easy to follow and delivers a restaurant-quality meal in under an hour. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 207.6 kcal
Protein 42g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Fish With Tarragon

  • 1.5 lbs fish fillets
  • 2 tablespoons melted butter
  • 1 cup crushed saltine crackers
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh tarragon
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh chives
  • Salt to taste
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste
  • 2 thinly sliced lemons

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How to Make Baked Fish With Tarragon

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Place 2 thinly sliced lemons on the bottom of a large baking pan.
  3. Place 1.5 lbs of fish fillets (e.g., cod, snapper, or halibut) on top of the lemon slices.
  4. Pour 2 tablespoons of melted butter evenly over the fish.
  5. Sprinkle 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh chives and 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh tarragon over the fish.
  6. Cover the fish with 1 cup crushed saltine crackers.
  7. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  8. Bake for 20-30 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

0g

Fat

37g

Carbs

0g

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