Baked Fish with Black Pepper (Machhi kali mirch)
Prep: 10 min, Marinate: 20 min, Cook: 20 min.
230 g (8 oz) fish fillets
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. turmeric
1/4 tsp. cumin powder
1/4 tsp. ground black pepper
1 clove garlic, chopped
1/2 tsp. oil
3/4 tsp. fresh lemon juice
Place fish fillets in a bowl, sprinkle with salt, turmeric, cumin, black pepper and garlic, tossing to coat well. Cover and marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature or longer in the refrigerator. Preheat oven to Gas Mark 6/200�C/400�F. Coat the bottom of baking dish with the oil. Place the fish in a single layer and pour the marinade over it. Bake uncovered for 20-25 minutes. The fish should be firm to the touch. Fish is done when it easily flakes with a fork. Sprinkle with lemon juice.
Per serving: calories 109, fat 2.0g, 17% calories from fat, cholesterol 49mg, protein 20.7g, carbohydrates 1.0g, fibre 0.1g, sodium 333mg.
