Ingredients:
- 1 whole fish (such as sea bass, branzino, or trout), cleaned and scaled
- 2 lemons, sliced
- 4 cloves of garlic, minced
- Fresh parsley, chopped
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Rinse the fish inside and out under cold water. Pat it dry with paper towels.
3. Place the fish on a baking dish or a lined baking sheet. Make sure the dish is large enough to accommodate the whole fish.
4. Drizzle the fish with olive oil, both inside and out. Rub the oil all over the skin to coat it evenly.
5. Season the fish generously with salt and pepper, both inside the cavity and on the skin.
6. Stuff the cavity of the fish with sliced lemons, minced garlic, and a handful of fresh parsley. This will add flavor to the fish as it bakes.
7. Lay a few lemon slices on top of the fish as well.
8. Place the baking dish with the fish in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes, depending on the size and thickness of the fish. The fish is cooked when the flesh flakes easily with a fork and is opaque throughout.
9. Once the fish is cooked, remove it from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes.
10. Serve the Pesce al Forno on a platter, garnished with additional fresh parsley and lemon slices.
You can serve the baked fish with a side of roasted vegetables, a fresh salad, or some crusty bread. Enjoy your delicious Pesce al Forno!
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