Ingredients
4 pieces of whitefish fillet (about, 6 oz each)
1 onion, thinly sliced
1 tbsp mustard
1 tsp whole coriander seed
1 tsp minced garlic
1 cup white wine
1/4 cup vinegar
1/4 cup :water
2 tbsp chopped fresh dill
1 salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
PREHEAT OVEN TO 375F. Place the whitefish in a baking dish just large
enough to hold the fillets comfortably, spread the onions over the
top and set aside. Combine mustard, coriander, garlic, wine, vinegar,
water, dill, salt and pepper in a small pot. Place over high heat,
quickly bring to a boil and pour over the whitefish fillets. Cover
the baking dish and place in the oven for 5 minutes. Remove from the
oven, let cool to room temperature and place in the refrigerator.
Serve chilled.
Servings: 4 servings
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Categories: Fish; Pickle; Russian; Seafood
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