Baked Tilapia with White Wine: A Simple and Delicious Recipe

Baked Tilapia with White Wine is a delightful dish that combines the delicate flavours of tilapia with the richness of white wine and herbs. This recipe is perfect for those who enjoy a simple yet elegant meal. The dish is easy to prepare, making it ideal for both weeknight dinners and special occasions.

• 2 fresh whole tilapia, approximately 8-10 oz each, gutted and descaled
• 1/4 pint medium white wine
• 1-2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 4 tablespoons freshly-chopped mixed herbs
• 6 salad onions, diagonally sliced
• Salt
• Freshly-ground black pepper
• 1/2 oz butter
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch, blended with a little cold water
• 2 tablespoons creme fraiche

• Roasting tin or ovenproof dish
• Foil
• Oven
• Pan

Procedure

1. Arrange the tilapia side-by-side in a lightly oiled roasting tin or ovenproof dish.
2. Pour the wine over the fish. Sprinkle over the chopped garlic, most of the herbs, salad onions, and seasoning to taste. Place half the butter on each fish.
3. Cover with a sheet of lightly oiled foil to seal in the fish. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F for 30-35 minutes.
4. Transfer the tilapia to a serving dish and keep warm. Pour the juices into a pan, stir in the blended cornstarch, and simmer for 2 minutes. Stir in the creme fraiche.
5. Pour the sauce over the fish and serve immediately, sprinkled with the remaining herbs.

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