Fish With Corn Bread Stuffing
A flavorful fish dish topped with savory cornbread stuffing, featuring tender fish steaks and aromatic herbs, perfect for family dinners and special occasions alike.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Cook and stir onion and celery in butter or margarine in a 2-quart saucepan over medium heat until tender.
- Remove from heat. Stir in cornbread stuffing mix, parsley, salt, pepper, sage, and beaten egg.
- Place fish steaks in a greased jelly roll pan, 15 1/2 x 1-inch.
- Sprinkle fish steaks with 1/2 teaspoon salt, lemon juice, and paprika.
- Spoon stuffing around the fish steaks.
- Bake uncovered in a 350°F oven until fish flakes easily with a fork, about 35 to 40 minutes.
- Cut fish steaks into halves before serving.
Tips & Substitutions
For a flavorful twist, consider adding diced bell peppers or green onions to the stuffing mixture. If you don't have cornbread stuffing mix, you can use stale cornbread or even regular bread with added spices. Adjust the seasonings to your taste; for a bit of heat, a pinch of cayenne pepper works well. This dish can also be made with different types of fish, such as tilapia or cod.
Serving Suggestions
This dish pairs beautifully with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a well-rounded meal. A light lemon vinaigrette complements the flavors nicely. For a heartier option, serve with mashed potatoes or rice. Consider serving this alongside the Peppered Shrimp for a delightful seafood feast.
Storage & Reheating
Leftover fish with corn bread stuffing can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. To reheat, place the fish and stuffing in a baking dish, cover with foil, and warm in a 350°F oven for about 15-20 minutes until heated through. Avoid microwaving to maintain the fish's texture.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
Each serving of Fish With Corn Bread Stuffing contains roughly 1115 calories, with 7g protein, 35g carbohydrates, and 105g fat. It is a good source of protein (14% of the Daily Value) and vitamin C (14% of the Daily Value). Note that it is relatively high in sodium, at 899mg per serving (39% of the Daily Value).
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know when the fish is done baking?
The fish is done when it flakes easily with a fork and reaches an internal temperature of 145°F. Keep an eye on it during the last few minutes of baking to avoid overcooking, which can dry out the fish.
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).