How to Make Fish in a Red Sauce - A Step-by-Step Guide

There are countless ways to prepare fish, but one of the most delicious and satisfying options is to cook it in a rich and flavorful red sauce. This classic dish is a favorite in many cuisines around the world, and for good reason - the combination of tender, flaky fish and a tangy, savory sauce is simply irresistible.

Whether you prefer to use white fish like cod or haddock, or something more substantial like salmon or tuna, this recipe can easily be adapted to suit your taste. The k...

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Ingredients

  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley, minced
  • 8 ounces pimento, chopped
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 (28 ounce) can tomato puree
  • 3 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 carrot, sliced
  • 2 strips celery, sliced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • water
  • 3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 6 (3 ounce) fillets cod
  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 20 mins
  • Additional Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • In a large saucepan, combine the parsley, pimento, salt, pepper, tomato sauce, and fresh tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Add carrots, celery and garlic. Cook until carrots are cooked, but still firm.
  • Stir in a little water and juice of 1 lemon. Place fish into pan without stirring. Baste fish with liquid. Add sugar.
  • When the fish is cooked, remove from heat. Let cool and serve cold
  • Nutrition

    236 cal.

    • Total Fat: 10g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 37mg
    • Sodium: 595mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 20g
    • Dietary Fiber: 5g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 19g
    • Vitamin C: 63mg
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 1237mg