Fish in a Pot with Potatoes
4 servings
30 minutes
Fish in a pot with potatoes is a cozy and traditional dish of Russian cuisine that combines the tenderness of pike perch, the rich flavor of potatoes, and the aroma of sautéed onions. Baking in a pot allows the ingredients to exchange flavors, creating a harmonious dish with a soft texture. Fish marinated in citric acid acquires a slight sourness, while cheese and sour cream add creamy richness. This dish is especially suitable for home dinners when one desires simple yet soulful flavors. Historically, pot dishes were popular among the rural population of Russia as they ensured even cooking in the oven. Today this tradition continues to delight lovers of Russian cuisine with its unmatched taste and aroma.
1
Mix water, citric acid, salt, and pepper. Pour over the fillet and let it sit for 15-20 minutes.
- Water: 30 ml
- Citric acid: 0 g
- Salt: to taste
- Ground black pepper: to taste
- Pike-perch (zander) fillet: 100 g
2
Put butter in a pot, pour in broth, add fish, then layer raw potatoes sliced into circles and sautéed onions. Repeat for 3 more layers.
- Butter: 20 g
- Fish stock: 30 ml
- Pike-perch (zander) fillet: 100 g
- Potato: 100 g
- Onion: 40 g
3
Bake in the oven for 15 minutes. Add sour cream, grated cheese, and bake until done.
- Sour cream: 100 g
- Cheese: 20 g
