Lemon and Dill Baked Pollock Fillet with Green Pea Puree

Steps

• 1
  A quick and nutritious fish dish that looks like you ordered it from a restaurant – yet it's on the table in less than half an hour. The fresh lemon, dill, and creamy, garlicky pea puree perfectly complement the distinct flavor of the pollock. If you want to prepare something special even on weekdays, this recipe is for you.
• 2
  Preheat the oven to 190 degrees Celsius (180 degrees Celsius for a convection oven). In a small bowl, mix the olive oil with the garlic, lemon juice, grated lemon zest, salt, pepper, and half of the fresh chopped dill.
• 3
  Rinse the pollock fillets, pat them dry with a paper towel, then place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Generously brush both sides with the lemon and dill mixture.
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  Bake for about 18-20 minutes, until the fish is white and flakes easily (depending on the thickness of the fillets). During the last 2 minutes of baking, turn on the grill function to lightly brown the top.
• 5
  Before serving, sprinkle with the remaining dill and parsley, and garnish with lemon slices.
• 6
  If you want to prepare the fish even faster, pan-fry it in a little olive oil over medium heat for 2-3 minutes on each side until golden brown.
• 7
  Puree the green peas with the plant-based cream, grated garlic, and spices using an immersion blender. If necessary, add 1-2 tablespoons of water or the liquid from the can to make it creamy.
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  Serve the baked fish with the pea puree, cooked rice or quinoa, or a fresh, lemony arugula salad.
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  The dietitian's tip: „You can serve the dish with rice, pasta suitable for your diet and taste, or even millet, bulgur, or couscous – basmati rice is an especially good choice among these. It has a lower glycemic index than traditional white rice, meaning it raises blood sugar levels more slowly, provides a longer-lasting feeling of fullness, and is easily digestible. If you choose the brown basmati variety, its higher fiber content further supports digestion and blood sugar stability. It can be an ideal option for insulin resistance, prediabetes, or a conscious diet. Of course, traditional brown rice and 'colored' (red, black, etc.) rice varieties are also good choices if you want to increase your fiber intake.”
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  Mentes Anyu's tip: „The more distinct flavor of pollock pairs well with citrus and herb flavors. If you use frozen fillets, always thaw them and pat off the moisture to ensure a truly crispy crust!”
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  Source: Mentes Anyu expressz szakácskönyve. Photo: Nemes Gábor