Psari Plaki: Classic Tomato-Baked Sea Bass
Psari Plaki: Classic Tomato-Baked Sea Bass
Classic DishPsari Plaki
Prep: 15 min • Cook: 35 min. Sea bass fillets are nestled into a bright tomato and onion sauce scented with garlic, oregano and olive oil, then baked until just opaque and finished with a squeeze of lemon and a scatter of fresh parsley for a simple, classic Greek family-style main.
- Preparation time
- 15 min
- Cooking time
- 35 min
- Total time
- 50 min
- Servings
- 4
Instructions
Prepare the tomato sauce
- 1Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F). Heat 2 tbsp olive oil in a wide, ovenproof skillet or a shallow baking dish over medium heat.
- 2Add the sliced onion and a pinch of salt, sauté until softened and translucent, about 6–8 minutes.
- 3Stir in the garlic and cook for 30–60 seconds until fragrant, then add the chopped tomatoes, dried oregano, remaining 1 tbsp olive oil, and simmer 6–8 minutes until sauce slightly thickens.
- 4Taste and season the sauce with salt and pepper; remove from heat while you prepare the fish.
Assemble and bake
- 1Pat the sea bass fillets dry and season lightly with salt and pepper on both sides.
- 2Spread the tomato-onion sauce in an even layer in the skillet or baking dish and place the sea bass fillets on top, spooning a little sauce over each fillet.
- 3Transfer to the preheated oven and bake for 18–22 minutes, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork; cooking time depends on fillet thickness.
Finish and serve
- 1Remove from the oven, drizzle lemon juice over the fillets and scatter chopped parsley across the dish.
- 2Serve hot with lemon wedges and crusty bread or boiled potatoes to soak up the tomato sauce.
Nutrition Information
- Calories
- 350 kcal
- Protein
- 40 g
- Fat
- 15 g
- Carbs
- 12 g
| Nutrient | Per serving |
|---|---|
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 40 g |
| Fat | 15 g |
| Carbs | 12 g |
Tips
- If using whole tomatoes, blanch and peel them first for a silkier sauce and cleaner texture.
- Do not overbake the fillets; check for flaking after 18 minutes to keep the fish moist and tender.
- Serve with rustic bread or simple boiled potatoes to soak up the flavorful tomato sauce.
