Description
Mediterranean kitchens come alive with this delightful fish lasagne, blending layers of ocean-fresh seafood and creamy richness. Delicate white fish, herb-infused béchamel, and golden pasta sheets create a harmonious dish you’ll savor with pure coastal pleasure.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 500 grams (17.6 ounces) fresh white fish fillets (cod or haddock)
- 250 grams (8.8 ounces) lasagne sheets
- 100 grams (3.5 ounces) Parmesan cheese, grated
Sauce and Seasoning:
- 50 grams (1.8 ounces) butter
- 50 grams (1.8 ounces) flour
- 500 milliliters (16.9 fluid ounces) milk
- 2 garlic cloves
- Salt
- Pepper
Herbs and Zest:
- 1 lemon zest
- Fresh parsley
Instructions
- Gently poach fish fillets in simmering liquid until tender, then delicately break into soft, bite-sized flakes using a fork.
- Craft a velvety white sauce by whisking butter and flour into a smooth roux, gradually incorporating milk and infusing with minced garlic, bright citrus zest, and aromatic fresh herbs.
- Create alternating layers in a baking dish: spread a thin base of creamy sauce, arrange lasagne sheets, distribute flaked fish evenly, and generously sprinkle grated cheese between each stratum.
- Cover the assembled lasagne with foil and transfer to a preheated oven at 180°C, allowing it to bake for 30 minutes, ensuring the flavors meld together harmoniously.
- Remove foil and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes, enabling the top to develop a golden, crispy texture with bubbling, slightly caramelized edges.
- After removing from the oven, let the lasagne settle and cool for 10 minutes, allowing the layers to set and intensify the intricate flavor profile before serving.
Notes
- Choose firm white fish like cod or haddock for best texture and flavor absorption.
- Ensure fish is completely flaked and free from bones to create smooth, consistent layers.
- Use fresh herbs like parsley or dill to enhance the seafood’s delicate taste and add brightness.
- Opt for low-fat milk and part-skim mozzarella to create a lighter, healthier version of the classic lasagne.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 455 kcal
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.5 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 75 mg