Description
Delicate French Fish en Papillote wraps succulent seafood with garden-fresh herbs and zesty vegetables in a perfect parchment parcel. Mediterranean flavors meld together, promising you a delightful culinary escape with minimal cleanup and maximum taste.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 4 fish fillets (6 ounces/170 grams each)
Recommended types: cod, halibut, sea bass, tilapia, salmon, or trout
Vegetables:
- 1 small zucchini, thinly sliced
- 1 large carrot, julienned
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 shallots, thinly sliced
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.25 cup white wine
- 1 lemon, sliced thinly
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs (parsley, dill, thyme, or basil), chopped
Garnish (Optional):
- Additional fresh herbs
- Lemon wedges
Instructions
- Warm the oven to a precise 400°F (200°C) for optimal cooking temperature.
- Prepare four generously sized parchment paper sheets, approximately 12×16 inches each, ensuring sufficient space for ingredients.
- Carefully position a fish fillet in the central area of each parchment piece, creating a foundation for the dish.
- Artfully layer zucchini, carrots, tomatoes, and delicate lemon slices atop the fish, creating a vibrant and colorful medley.
- Enhance the flavor profile by drizzling olive oil and sprinkling fresh herbs, garlic, salt, and pepper across the assembled ingredients.
- Expertly fold and crimp the parchment paper edges, creating a sealed, hermetic packet that will steam and infuse the fish with aromatic flavors.
- Arrange the sealed packets methodically on a baking sheet, ensuring even heat distribution during the cooking process.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, monitoring until the fish becomes perfectly flaky and thoroughly cooked.
- Present the packets directly to the table, allowing diners to experience the dramatic reveal of the steamed, fragrant contents.
Notes
- Customize protein choices by swapping fish with chicken, tofu, or shrimp for dietary variety.
- Use thin, uniform vegetable slices to ensure even cooking and balanced texture throughout the packet.
- Try different herb combinations like dill, thyme, or basil to create unique flavor profiles matching personal preferences.
- Seal parchment packets securely using tight crimped edges to lock in moisture and prevent steam from escaping during baking.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: French
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 190 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 380 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 23 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg