Baked Red Mullet
6 servings
30 minutes
Baked red mullet is a dish that reflects the simplicity and richness of Russian cuisine flavors. This fish, popular for its tender meat, is baked with lemon that enhances freshness and adds a slight tang. Butter and olive oil make the texture soft and juicy, while salt highlights the fish's natural taste. Baked mullet is often served with potatoes or fresh vegetables, creating a harmonious combination. This dish is perfect for a family dinner and does not require complex culinary skills to prepare. Historically, baking fish in Russian cuisine was used to preserve its juiciness and aroma, and adding lemon became a popular way to introduce freshness into traditional recipes.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees. Rub the cleaned cavity of the fish with salt. Make two cuts with a sharp knife - one on each side of the fish - and insert lemon wedges into them. Pour oil into a baking dish and place the fish in a single layer. Lightly season the fish with salt, drizzle with lemon juice, and place pieces of butter on top.
- Salt: to taste
- Lemon: 0.5 piece
- Olive oil: 4 tablespoons
- Mullet: 1.2 kg
- Butter: 80 g
2
Bake for 15 minutes until done (the flesh should easily flake apart).
