Fish in Foil

Baked Fish in Foil Packets Recipe

This delightful Baked Fish in Foil Packets recipe offers a healthy and flavorful dining option suitable for any season. With your choice of white fish, vibrant vegetables, fresh herbs, lemon zest, and a hint of butter, this dish is both nutritious and delicious. Its simplicity makes it an ideal dinner choice, requiring minimal cleanup and offering versatility for grilling during warmer months.

Ingredients

1. 4 pieces of white fish (¾ to 1 inch thick), such as cod, mahi mahi, grouper, halibut, or sea bass
2. 8 cups total of assorted vegetables (e.g., zucchini, summer squash, red bell pepper, onion), chopped
3. Fresh herbs (e.g., thyme, rosemary)
4. Butter
5. Olive oil
6. 1 lemon
7. Garlic salt
8. Salt & pepper
9. Foil or parchment paper

How To Bake Fish in Foil

1. Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and prepare a baking sheet.
2. Tear four large pieces of foil, ensuring they are large enough to wrap around the fish and vegetables.
3. In a bowl, toss the chopped vegetables with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
4. Place the seasoned vegetables in the center of each foil piece.
5. Melt the butter and brush it over the fish. Squeeze lemon juice over the fish and season with salt, pepper, and garlic salt.
6. Add fresh herbs and a slice of lemon on top of each fish piece.
7. Place the fish on top of the vegetables, then bring the sides of the foil together and fold over the ends to seal the packets securely.
8. Arrange the foil packets on the baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork and the vegetables are tender. Cooking times may vary based on oven temperature and fish thickness.
9. Once cooked, carefully open the foil packets and serve hot.

How To make Fish in Foil on Grill: Grilling Instructions

1. Follow the same preparation steps for the foil packets.
2. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
3. Place the foil packets directly on the grill and close the lid.
4. Grill for 15-20 minutes or until the fish is opaque and easily flakes with a fork.
5. Remove from the grill, carefully open the packets, and serve hot.

Sea Food in Foil Variations

1. Experiment with different types of seafood, such as salmon or shrimp.
2. Explore alternative vegetable options such as asparagus, carrots, green beans, or cherry tomatoes.
3. Try different combinations of fresh herbs to enhance the flavor profile.
4. For added garlic flavor, include minced fresh garlic in the packets.
5. Create a blackened seasoning for the fish using homemade blackening seasoning.

Enjoy this delightful and healthy Baked Fish in Foil Packets recipe, perfect for a quick and nutritious meal any day of the week!