Fırında Palamut

Fırında Palamut is a delightful Turkish oven-baked fish dish, featuring fresh mackerel that's infused with zesty lemon and aromatic herbs. This gluten-free recipe captures the essence of Mediterranean flavors while providing a healthy option for seafood lovers.

Ingredients

• Mackerel fillets - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 3 tablespoons
• Lemon - 1, sliced
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Dried thyme - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Cherry tomatoes - 200 grams, halved
• Red onion - 1 small, thinly sliced

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. In a bowl, mix the olive oil, minced garlic, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper.
3. Place the mackerel fillets in a baking dish and drizzle the olive oil mixture over them, ensuring they are well coated.
4. Arrange the lemon slices on top of the mackerel fillets.
5. Add the cherry tomatoes and red onion around the fish in the baking dish.
6. Sprinkle the chopped parsley over the entire dish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
8. Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 10 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 35 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 30 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.
• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.

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