Description
Flaky white fish seasoned with Old Bay and bright lemon, baked in minutes and made for a crisp glass of Pinot Grigio.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 yellowtail snapper fillets (or any flaky white fish such as sole), about 6 oz (170 g) each
- 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
- 1 tsp lemon zest
- 1 1/2 tsp Old Bay seasoning, or to taste
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Lemon wedges, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet or baking dish with foil or parchment paper.
- Pat the fish fillets dry with paper towels and arrange them in a single layer on the prepared pan.
- Drizzle olive oil and fresh lemon juice evenly over the fillets.
- Sprinkle Old Bay seasoning and lemon zest over the top of each fillet. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until the fish is opaque throughout and flakes easily with a fork.
- Transfer to plates and serve immediately with lemon wedges.
Notes
- Yellowtail snapper works beautifully here, but sole, tilapia, or any thin flaky white fish will work. Thicker fillets (over 1 inch) may need a few extra minutes in the oven.
- Old Bay has a bold, spiced flavor — start with 1 tsp if you prefer a lighter hand and add more after tasting.
- Pinot Grigio’s citrus and green apple notes make it a natural partner; the lemon in the recipe echoes those flavors.
- Prep Time: 5
- Cook Time: 18
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet