Sheet-Pan Roasted Fish With Sweet Peppers Recipe (2024)

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Emily d

You need to be mindful that you don't cook with acidic ingredients (for ex. Lemon, wine, tomatoes) in a reactive (ie aluminum) pan but most cookware you'll purchase now, is non-reactive. Similarly, take care not to line pans (or glassware) w aluminum foil as that can react; Silpat or parchment are better, more versatile choices.

Jenna

I was always taught to cook fish in glass, not metal, pans, and I have friends who have cooked fish in metal and said it spoiled the fish. But the pan in the picture is metal. Can anyone shed light on this?

Ken Wightman

I made this tonight for my wife and me. It was wonderful. I used a ceramic rectangular Emile Henri casserole dish rather than a rimmed sheet pan. I was only making enough for two and it was large enough to do the trick. Plus, it looked great when brought to the table. Oh, I substituted cod for the hake. And I am now a NYT subscriber. I like your news pages but when I have read ten stories I am done. I hit your cooking pages almost every day. I came for the news, I stayed for the recipes.

Stephanie

I would line the pan with parchment paper whether or not you want to avoid the metal. That will make cleanup easier, too.

Jo L.

I made this with halibut, and it was delicious--the fish was perfect. I use the Canadian rule (10 minutes per inch) as my guideline. I included the parsley vinaigrette, and I think it perks up the entire dish. Served it with the new potatoes with mint and butter, and the meal was a hit.

sam

Instead of olives, I use capers (half roasted with the fish, half chopped and added into the vinaigrette instead of salt)

Bill Ahlstrom

Used golden peppers. Added heirloom cherry tomates as well as olives. Used sole. Excellent results!

Silvia

This was delicious, however, the peppers did not need anything close to 15-20 minutes at such high oven temperature. I went back to check on them after only 10 minutes and they were already a bit burned. Besides this, everything worked out as planned. Delicious and super easy to make.

Happy Eyeball

A winner! followed the recipe pretty much. Used cod, 475 @ 8 minutes. Went easy on the oil with the fish - lots in the tray from the olives and such. Tossed the peppers in a bowl for an even coat. Thanks for another great dish!

Karen L Davis

I’ve cooked this twice now, once with cod and once with tilapia. Both worked well. The second time made 2 changes I will repeat: I added small potatoes to the roasting peppers the first time I stirred them while cooking. Potatoes were perfectly cooked at the end and not even a little fishy tasting. I didn’t have any olives, so tossed in capers instead. We both liked the caper effect more than the version with olives — more subtle.

Beth

Used 1/3 of recipe for my single serving. Prepared this on a quarter sheet pan. I used an 8 oz piece of fresh cod. Drizzled a bit of Sherry Vinegar on the fish at the end, but omitted the parsley/garlic vinaigrette which was not needed. This is a delicious and easy recipe. Time and oven temps are correct. Yummy!

Elizabeth

This is definitely a keeper. I added a pint of cherry tomatoes when I added the fish (cod) to the tray. The flavor from the juices was incredible.

Figaro

A winner all around. Thanks to all the comments, I knew Tilapia would work. I had 1 orange Hatch pepper (slightly spicy), a red pepper, tail end of a green bell and part of a red onion. Fresh thyme - a constant resident; olives from Fresh Market's deli. Change-ups? I used the parsley-olive oil mixture on the fish before roasting; then basted with some dry vermouth; baked in oval glass gratin in toaster oven. Served over some rainbow quinoa with the juices. Super! Thanks, Melissa!

Joshua

Delicious! Added capers and cherry tomatoes as suggested by several readers.

Donna in Inwood

Made this last night with flounder (what I had on hand). Came out fine, but a few notes: it's too oily. Fish gets doused w/oil when it goes in oven, then adding the "parsley salad" totals too much oil. I disagree with some about the parsley -- it's a fine idea, with the sherry vinegar and raw garlic. Maybe use a brush to apply the O.O. onto the fish, so use less.

Second -- Melissa sets her oven too high. I did 425. But I love her -- like sustainable recommendations and her overall flavors.

Tricianw561

Came out good, except I think the red peppers need only about 5- 8 mins before you add the fish. By the time the fish (I used flounder) was done my peppers were charred.

Chris

The proportions seemed off for the vinaigrette -- it ended up being basically moist parsley leaves. Is that how it's supposed to be?

Leland

Everything was good, and this visually looks great. But this was pretty meh overall. All the flavors were easily distinguished and nothing really gelled for me. 6/10I might try using a good bit more sherry vinegar next time.

M.R.

a favorite meal for us - I ofte add some potatoes and cherry tomatoes for a perfect one dish mealHaddock is our choice for taste and price

Tim

The peppers tasted great but the fish had no flavor.

Beth

Not sure what I did wrong. I used scrod (which I was told was just young cod) and it was too wet. My oven temps may be off. I wanted to love this, and it may have been errors I made, so don't be discouraged. If I try again, I might put the fish on a grate.

Cathy

3 t sherry vinegar, 1/2-3/4 t Dijon mustard, 1 t honey, T dry parsley, 2 cloves garlic, bit of s&p, about 1/3 C oil

Barbara

A winner. Thank you Melissa. It was quick, delicious and beautiful, served with a golden ear of local corn. Wow. Also, a cool chenin blanc, a green salad to follow and homemade rum raisin ice cream. A meal to remember.

Gail

Outstanding because it’s simple. The garlic pulls it together. Used barramundi, which was perfect.

Jennie Phipps

I made this with frozen code from Costco. I thought it was good. My husband thought I had overcooked it beyond edibility. In any case, the cooking times at the temperatures specified are too long. My only adice is to watch it closely.

patricia

Roast onions, veggies, add jar red pep with fish

Elizabeth

I thinly sliced some red potatoes and roasted them with the peppers. Delicious!

Jo

I thought the viniagrette was too-much parsley, otherwise, this recipe yielded a delicious luncheon. I only had halibut for a fish choice and it did very-well here. Nice to have some leftovers (there were 2 of us for lunch).

Susan

I set my oven to 420° convection roast and left it there. Added some sliced yukon gold potatoes to the peppers and cooked them for 25 minutes then added the fish. Simple. Easy. Delicious. I don't think it took 40 minutes–that's a first!

Carolyn

Yum! I used tilapia, and also added a can of white beans, rinsed and dressed with a little of the vinaigrette, with the olives - which worked perfectly with everything and made it a more substantial meal. In our house my husband is the cook and I'm the baker - but this was really easy for me to make and delicious!

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Sheet-Pan Roasted Fish With Sweet Peppers Recipe (2024)

FAQs

Why do you roast peppers before cooking? ›

Many chefs consider roasting peppers over a gas flame or under the broiler a basic skill in the kitchen. Searing a pepper until the skin is charred develops the flavor of the pepper's flesh, caramelizes some of the sugars to concentrate their sweetness, and adds a touch of smokiness.

Why put roasted peppers in a paper bag? ›

If you take the peppers out when there's too much of the red color left, it will be much harder to remove the skins. Remove from the baking sheet and immediately the peppers put into a paper bag. Fold over the paper bag to trap the steam inside. Let rest for 10 minutes.

Is it better to roast or fry peppers? ›

Roasting peppers is one of the best ways to enjoy them – the skin blisters and the flesh becomes soft and sweet. Try our simple methods for roasting at home, then try them in our favourite recipes below. Discover the most efficient way to prepare and cook peppers and avoid reaching for that jar in the supermarket.

Can you roast peppers on tin foil? ›

Oven Roasting: Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with foil and lay whole peppers out, stems pointing sideways. Place sheet pan in the oven for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven, rotate each pepper a half turn using the tongs and place the pan back in the oven for another 20 minutes.

How long should you roast peppers for? ›

Place peppers cut-side down on parchment paper. (Alternatively, rub a small amount of olive oil on the sheet tray.) Place pan in the oven for about 30 to 40 minutes, until the skin is blistery and charred. Don't be impatient here: If the skin isn't blistery enough, the peppers will be difficult to peel.

Do you have to remove the skin from roasted peppers? ›

Some say don't. It's a waste of time, and it discards important nutrients others claim a peeled bell pepper or tomato tastes better. I find peeling releases the flavor faster and improves the taste in most sauces and, facilitates digestion. Peeling isn't all that difficult.

Does roasting red peppers destroy nutrients? ›

Stir-frying and roasting better preserved AsA content, TCC, TP, and antioxidant activity. In conclusion, dry-heat cooking methods such as stir-frying and roasting may be preferred to retain the nutrient compositions and antioxidant properties of red pepper.

Does roasting peppers destroy vitamin C? ›

Cooking the peppers whole will preserve more vitamins than cooking them sliced. Roasting whole peppers preserves as much vitamin C as possible in a cooking method. Keep in mind, too, that vegetables can lose as much as 50 percent of their vitamin C before cooking if they are not kept properly refrigerated.

Why do roasted peppers taste different? ›

The process of roasting peppers involves cooking bell peppers until the skin is charred and blackened, which gives them a smoky flavor and tender texture. Roasting also removes the skin, which makes them easier to digest.

How long to roast peppers in the oven at 400 degrees? ›

Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Brush a baking sheet lightly with olive oil. Lay peppers on their sides, stems pointing sideways. Put baking sheet in oven and allow peppers to roast for 20 minutes.

What to do with too many bell peppers? ›

How to Use Up Your Extra Peppers
  1. Roasted Pepper & Butternut Squash Soup.
  2. Roasted Red Pepper Soup.
  3. Bell Pepper Chicken & Dill Soup.
  4. Turkey Stuffed Bell Peppers.
  5. Long Sweet Pepper Boats.
  6. Bell Peppers Stuffed with Tomato Couscous.
  7. Mini Sweet Pepper & Orange Cranberry Muffins.
  8. Bell Pepper Cornbread.
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Do you cook peppers before or after meat? ›

The peppers need to be par-cooked before filling so that they cook through. Many recipes call for boiling the peppers first, but I prefer to roast them – more flavor and less cleanup!

What kind of peppers can you roast? ›

For this recipe, you can use any bell peppers you like, although red, orange, and yellow peppers are sweeter than the green variety. Once roasted, you'll steam the peppers to remove the skin. From there, you can use them immediately or marinate them in good extra virgin olive oil to use for later!

How do you know when peppers are done roasting? ›

Roast at 450 for at least 30 minutes (maybe 35-40 depending on your oven). The peppers are done when they're slightly collapsed and charred on the edges. Let peppers cool, and use immediately or store in glass in the fridge until ready to use.

Do peppers get hotter when you roast them? ›

Roasting the jalapeños in the oven at 500 degrees for 5 minutes left the peppers still somewhat crunchy while also taking the edge off their heat. THE BOTTOM LINE: Yes, cooking does tame chiles' heat. To lessen the burn while preserving the most texture, roast them for 5 minutes at 500 degrees.

Does roasting peppers make a difference? ›

Roasting peppers enhances their sweetness, and adds a wonderful smoky char depth and silky texture.

What are the benefits of roasting peppers? ›

High in Vitamin C: Roasted peppers are a great source of vitamin C, which is important for immune system function, skin health, and wound healing. Anti-inflammatory properties: Roasted peppers contain antioxidants and other compounds that have been shown to have anti-inflammatory properties.

What do roasting peppers do? ›

Roasting chilies and peppers adds a smoky flavor that can enhance any recipe or be served as an appetizer or side dish. Many people buy roasted peppers and chilies in cans, but it's so easy to do and the flavor is so much better, that you really should roast your own.

Why do you roast peppers before blending? ›

Roasting does concentrate the flavour, but there's something else that should happen to peppers before souping (or pretty well anything) that roasting helps. Skinning the buggers. Bell pepper peel has a bitter note. Take the skin away, you take away that bitter note.

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