Whole fish on herbs with lemon slices tied on top surrounded by ice cubes and lemons with a person sprinkling salt over it

Roasted Whole Fish with Lemon and Herbs

Name: Roasted Whole Fish with Lemon and Herbs | Thermador Recipes by Ovens
Ingredients: 1 whole red snapper (3-4 pounds), cleaned and scaled; Olive oil, for brushing the fish; Kosher salt; Fresh cracked black pepper; 1 bundle fresh herbs of choice (i.e. rosemary, thyme, marjoram, parsley); 1 medium lemon, sliced 1/4-inch thick

This simple roasted whole fish recipe brings out fresh, natural flavors with minimal effort. Infused with herbs and lemon, the fish stays tender and juicy while developing a lightly crisp exterior in the oven. It’s an elegant yet easy dish, perfect for a healthy weeknight meal or a special dinner.

Ingredients

4 servings:

1 whole red snapper (3-4 pounds), cleaned and scaled

Olive oil, for brushing the fish

Kosher salt

Fresh cracked black pepper

1 bundle fresh herbs of choice (i.e. rosemary, thyme, marjoram, parsley)

1 medium lemon, sliced 1/4-inch thick

Instructions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to Roast 425°F. Wash the fish and pat dry with paper towels. Line a baking sheet pan with parchment paper or foil.

Step 2

Make several 1/4-inch deep cuts diagonally across the fish body. Place the fish on the lined baking sheet pan.

Step 3

Oil the outsides of the fish and season the inside of the fish with salt and pepper to taste. Stuff a bundle of the fresh herbs and 2 lemon slices inside the fish body.

Step 4

Place several lemon slices on the outside of the fish and tie with kitchen string, criss crossing the lemons to secure them to the fish. Season the outside of the fish generously with salt and pepper.

Step 5

Roast for about 30 minutes or until the fish is just cooked through at its thicken part. Remove the string and serve whole or fillet and serve with additional lemon wedges if desired.