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Herbed Lemon Fish with Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Braised Cabbage

Deliciously Simple Herbed Fish with Comforting Sides

4servings
45 min
Easy
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Herbed Lemon Fish with Creamy Mashed Potatoes & Braised Cabbage

About this recipe

Indulge in a delightful, balanced meal with our herbed lemon fish, perfectly roasted for a flaky finish. Paired with creamy mashed potatoes and tender braised cabbage, this dish is both comforting and nourishing, making it a perfect choice for a satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

  • 4 fillets of white fish (such as cod or tilapia)
  • 1 lemon, zested and juiced
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 head of cabbage, thinly sliced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 1/2 cup vegetable broth
  • 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. 1

    Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).

  2. 2

    Mix lemon zest and juice, garlic, parsley, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Coat fish fillets with this mixture.

  3. 3

    Place fish on a baking sheet and bake for 8-12 minutes or until opaque.

  4. 4

    Boil potatoes in salted water until tender. Mash with milk and butter until smooth.

  5. 5

    In a pan, sauté onion and cabbage in olive oil until softened.

  6. 6

    Add broth, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper to cabbage. Simmer until tender.

  7. 7

    Serve fish alongside mashed potatoes and braised cabbage.

Chef's tip

Ensure not to overbake the fish to maintain its moist texture. Adjust seasoning to taste.

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