Baked Haddock with Herbs
Haddock fillets baked under a fragrant topping of parsley, dill, chives, garlic and lemon, with no added salt. Four servings in 20 minutes.
Before You Start
Check the fish at 12 minutes if your fillets are thin.
Pat the fillets dry before topping them so that the herbs stay in place.
Use fresh herbs; dried herbs scorch before the fish is done.
Cooking Baked Haddock with Herbs
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Heat the oven to 200°C / 390°F (180°C / 355°F fan). Lay the haddock in a baking dish.
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Mix the oil, lemon juice, parsley, dill, chives, garlic and pepper in a small bowl.
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Spoon the herb mixture thickly over the fish.
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Bake for 15 minutes, until the fish flakes easily and is opaque in the centre. Rest for 2 minutes and spoon over the pan juices.
Why the Method Works
Cook it in a hot oven, briefly. Haddock is lean, so it needs 15 minutes at most and a cover of herbs and oil to keep the surface from drying. Leave it in longer, and it turns chalky and falls into dry flakes.
A mixture of parsley, dill, chives, garlic and lemon juice does the seasoning. Spoon it over the fish thickly. Bake in a single layer so that each fillet is surrounded by hot air. The herbs form a fragrant crust, and olive oil keeps the surface moist. Choose a dish that holds the fillets snugly, with a little space between them.
Haddock has a firm white flesh that flakes into large pieces. It is lower in potassium than cod, though not by much. Serve with rice and carrot batons. Spoon the pan juices over the top. Leftovers are good cold in a salad. Choose fillets of an even thickness for even cooking.
Storage and Reheating
Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days. Eat cold in a salad or warm gently, covered.
Changing the Recipe
- An eighth of a teaspoon of garlic powder per clove is the usual stand-in when you are out of fresh garlic — it will not caramelise the same way, but it carries the flavour.
Serving Baked Haddock with Herbs
- Steamed white rice
- Carrot batons
- A cucumber salad
Common Questions About Baked Haddock with Herbs
How long does Baked Haddock with Herbs take to make?
About 20 minutes in total — 5 minutes of preparation and 15 minutes of cooking. The recipe serves 4.
What are the key tips for making Baked Haddock with Herbs?
Check the fish at 12 minutes if your fillets are thin. Pat the fillets dry before topping them so that the herbs stay in place. Use fresh herbs; dried herbs scorch before the fish is done.
What should I serve with Baked Haddock with Herbs?
Steamed white rice; Carrot batons; A cucumber salad.
How should Baked Haddock with Herbs be stored?
Keeps in the fridge for up to 2 days. Eat cold in a salad or warm gently, covered.
Is Baked Haddock with Herbs suitable for a special diet?
This recipe is dairy-free, gluten-free, kidney-friendly, low-carb, keto and no added sugar. Those labels are checked against the ingredient list, so a dish is only marked when nothing in it contradicts the claim.
How many calories are in Baked Haddock with Herbs?
About 136 kcal per serving, with 24 g protein, 1 g carbohydrate and 4 g fat. The figures are calculated from the ingredient list and are an estimate.
Baked Haddock with Herbs Nutrition Facts
Per serving, calculated from the ingredient list. Treat these as an estimate — brands and cuts vary.
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