Whole Pike Perch Baked in Foil in the Oven
Delicious, tender, bright, and beautiful - a celebration every day! Whole pike perch baked in foil in the oven turns out juicy and aromatic. You’ll need only the simplest ingredients, the kind you always have on hand. Easy to make and impressive in appearance - the perfect dish for any festive table!
Updated : 27 October, 2025
Easy
About 20 min.
Ingredients
750 grams
Zander
1
Onion
1
Tomato
1 tablespoon
Mustard
1
Lemon
30 grams
Vegetable oil
to taste
Parsley
to taste
Salt
to taste
Dry spices
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
How to bake pike perch in foil in the oven? Prepare all necessary ingredients. Clean the fish from scales, remove the entrails and gills. Rinse it under running water and pat dry thoroughly.
Step 2
Make crosswise cuts along the fish at small intervals. Rub the fish inside and out with salt and spices. Leave it to rest for 15-20 minutes.
Step 3
Slice half a lemon and the tomato into thin rounds.
Step 4
In a separate bowl, mix the juice from the remaining half of the lemon, mustard, spices, and a little vegetable oil. Stir well.
Step 5
Coat the fish on all sides with the prepared sauce and place it on a sheet of foil.
Step 6
Insert lemon and tomato slices into the cuts. Peel and slice the onion into half-rings. Arrange the onion and remaining vegetables around the fish. Add a few sprigs of parsley.
Step 7
Cover the fish with another piece of foil and seal the edges tightly. Place it in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) and bake for 40-45 minutes. Adjust the time depending on your oven.
Step 8
Remove the baked fish from the oven and uncover it by taking off the top layer of foil. Fold down the edges and serve the fish directly in the foil.
Step 9
The fish looks elegant and festive right after baking, making it a great centerpiece for holiday dinners. Serve with a side of potatoes. Enjoy!