Fish Fillet in Tomato Sauce
Fish Fillet in Tomato Sauce is a light and flavorful dish where tender fish fillets are simmered in a rich, tangy tomato-based sauce, perfect for serving with rice or crusty bread.
- Author: Mariem
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Low Fat
- 4 white fish fillets (such as cod, tilapia, or haddock)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
- Season fish fillets with salt and pepper. Set aside.
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until soft, about 5 minutes.
- Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, paprika, oregano, and chili flakes if using. Simmer the sauce for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Gently place the fish fillets into the tomato sauce. Cover and cook for 8–10 minutes, or until fish is cooked through and flakes easily with a fork.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Notes
- Use firm white fish to prevent breaking apart during cooking.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or crusty bread.
- For a richer flavor, add olives or capers to the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 450mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: fish fillet, tomato sauce, healthy dinner, Mediterranean fish, quick seafood recipe