Braised Fish Fillets With Lemon And Capers

Let's Cook

1. Step 1.

   Preheat the oven to 350°F. Place in a baking dish just large enough to hold the fish: 1½ to 2 pounds haddock, grouper, tilapia, or other fish fillets

2. Step 2.

   Sprinkle the fish with: ½ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper

3. Step 3.

   Pour into the dish: ½ cup dry white wine or chicken or fish stock

4. Step 4.

   Cover tightly with a lid or foil and bake for 15 to 25 minutes, depending on the thickness of the fish. The flesh should be firm and opaque throughout, or reach an internal temperature of 125° to 130°F, the latter temperature for flakier fish (for more on how to test for doneness, see here). Place the fish on a platter and cover to keep warm. Swirl into the liquid in the baking dish until melted: 3 tablespoons butter, cut into small pieces

5. Step 5.

   Stir in: 2 tablespoons drained small capers; 1 tablespoon minced tarragon or chives; 2 teaspoons lemon juice; Salt and black pepper to taste

6. Step 6.

   Pour the sauce over the fish.