Psari Spetsiotiko – Fish, Spetsai Style

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Servings: 4 Difficulty: Advanced
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A classic Greek baked fish dish with a rich tomato-garlic sauce and golden breadcrumb crust.
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Psari Spetsiotiko – Fish, Spetsai Style

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 4 Calories: 317.8

Description

Psari Spetsiotiko is a beloved Greek classic originating from the Peloponnese region, featuring whole fish or thick steaks baked in a robust tomato and garlic sauce. The dish is defined by its generous use of olive oil, fresh garlic, and a subtle sweetness from sugar that balances the acidity of ripe tomatoes. Topped with parsley and breadcrumbs, it bakes until the top forms a delicious golden crust while the fish remains moist and tender. This hearty yet elegant meal is perfect for family dinners or special occasions, pairing beautifully with crusty bread to soak up the flavorful sauce. It captures the essence of traditional Mediterranean home cooking.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350&# 194;°F (175ðC).
  2. Clean the fish, removing scales and entrails, then pat dry inside and out.
  3. Season the fish generously with salt and lemon juice, ensuring the cavity is well coated.
  4. Place the fish in a baking dish large enough to hold it comfortably.
  5. Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat.
  6. Add chopped garlic and sauté briefly until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  7. Stir in chopped tomatoes, white wine, sugar, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Simmer the sauce for 10 to 15 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  9. Sprinkle half of the breadcrumbs and chopped parsley over the fish.
  10. Spoon half of the hot tomato sauce over the fish.
  11. Top with the remaining breadcrumbs and parsley.
  12. Pour the remaining sauce around the fish in the baking dish.
  13. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes, basting the fish with the pan juices twice during cooking.
  14. Add a splash of water or tomato juice if the sauce becomes too thick.
  15. Remove from oven when the fish flakes easily and the topping is golden brown.
  16. Serve immediately with crusty bread and a glass of dry white wine.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 317.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.1g14%
Saturated Fat 2.3g12%
Cholesterol 113.5mg38%
Sodium 124.8mg6%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 52.2g105%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: greek, fish, seafood, baked, tomato, garlic, olive oil, white wine, parsley, breadcrumbs, mediterranean, spetsiotiko, dinner, traditional, snapper, porgy
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