Pollock with cabbage in the oven

4 servings

90 minutes

Baked pollock with cabbage is a simple yet delicious dish of European cuisine that combines the tender texture of fish with aromatic vegetables. Pollock, known for its lightness and mild flavor, pairs excellently with crunchy cabbage, sweet carrots, and spicy onions. Baking allows the ingredients to soak in natural juices and spices, creating a harmonious and rich taste. Ketchup adds a slight tanginess while vegetable oil keeps the dish juicy. This dish is perfect for those who value healthy eating as it is rich in protein, vitamins, and fiber. It can be served as a standalone dish or with a side like mashed potatoes. Pollock with cabbage is an excellent option for a family dinner that combines ease of preparation with rich flavor.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 583.3
• Proteins: 7.5g
• Fats: 56.5g
• Carbohydrates: 12.3g

Ingredients

• Pollock: 350 g
• Cabbage: 250 g
• Onion: 120 g
• Carrot: 120 g
• Ketchup: 3 tbsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground pepper mix: to taste
• Vegetable oil: 50 ml

Cooking steps

1. Prepare the necessary ingredients.

2. Thawing fish. The best way to thaw fish is to transfer it from the freezer to the refrigerator, where it will gradually defrost. If the fish was bought by weight, first transfer it to a suitable container and cover it. The second safe and quick method for thawing fish is to take it out of the freezer and place it in a pot of cold water. If you bought the fish in a plastic bag, do not take it out. If the fish was bought by weight, put it in a bag, expel as much air as possible, and place it in cold water. The fish should not come into contact with water or air while thawing.

3. Clean the pollock from scales, cut off all fins, remove the insides, rinse well, and dry.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pollock: 350 g

4. Wash the cabbage and shred it into strips. Place the cabbage in a baking dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Cabbage: 250 g

5. Peel the carrot, wash it well, cut it into small cubes or strips, and place it in a baking dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Carrot: 120 g

6. Add 3 tablespoons of ketchup to the prepared vegetables. Mix the chopped vegetables and season with salt to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Ketchup: 3 tablespoons
   • Salt:  to taste

7. Peel the onion, wash it well, cut it into small cubes or strips, and place it in a baking dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Onion: 120 g

8. Remove all bones from the fish. Place it in a separate container, season with salt and pepper to taste.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pollock: 350 g
   • Ground pepper mix:  to taste

9. Place the fish on top of the vegetables and add 50 ml of vegetable oil to the dish.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pollock: 350 g
   • Vegetable oil: 50 ml

10. Cover the dish with a lid or foil and bake in the oven at 180 degrees for about 30 minutes.

11. Serve the dish warm or hot.