Fish fillet baked in sour cream

4 servings

30 minutes

Fish fillet baked in sour cream is a classic dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of fish with a rich creamy flavor. Its history traces back to traditional village recipes where sour cream served as a base for sauces that added softness and depth of flavor to dishes. The fish is first sautéed in butter until appetizingly golden and then stewed in sour cream in the oven, gaining remarkable juiciness. Crispy breadcrumbs provide a light textural contrast. This dish is perfect for both family dinners and festive tables, delighting with its simplicity of preparation and rich taste.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 596.3
• Proteins: 48.5g
• Fats: 37.6g
• Carbohydrates: 15.5g

Ingredients

• Fish fillet: 1 kg
• Sour cream: 400 g
• Butter: 100 g
• Wheat flour: 50 g
• Breadcrumbs: 1 tbsp
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Salt: to taste

Cooking steps

1. Cut the fish fillet into small pieces. Rub with salt and pepper, coat in flour, and fry on all sides in butter.

   Required ingredients:

   • Fish fillet: 1 kg
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Wheat flour: 50 g
   • Butter: 100 g

2. Transfer from the pan to pots, pour with sour cream, sprinkle with breadcrumbs, and bake in the oven until done.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sour cream: 400 g
   • Breadcrumbs: 1 tablespoon