Fish with Prosciutto and Potatoes - Part 1

Hi,

This is a recipe that has become one of my go-to's. Since I have to go to the store to buy the fish, I just have to remember to also get the thinly sliced prosciutto. I also have to make sure that I have green onions, parsley and potatoes. This dish heats up well and also leftovers can be transformed into a delicious fish chowder in a matter of minutes.

Preheat oven to 450 degrees. If you have some available, line a 11 x 17 inch glass baking dish with parchment paper. The parchment paper will make clean-up quick and easy.

Olive oil
3 large Yukon Gold potatoes (I have also used red potatoes or even Idaho potatoes), very thinly sliced
salt and pepper.

Splash 2 or 3 Tablespoons of olive oil onto parchment paper or into the baking dish. Put half of the potatoes in a thin even layer, turning the potatoes to evenly coat with oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Spread the second half of the potatoes in pan, sprinkle with salt and pepper, and a bit more oil to lightly cover potatoes. You don't want the potatoes swimming in oil, but don't be skimpy. Roast the potatoes in the oven for about 30 minutes or until the potatoes start to brown around the edges. In the meantime, get the fish ready.

~2 pounds of white fish filet (I often use Tilapia because it's cheap also I've used hake or cod)

If I use Tilapia, I cut the filet into two pieces along what seems to be the center. If I use Hake or cod, I cut the filet into 4 or 5 inch pieces.

Sprinkle the fish lightly with oil.

~8 slices or thinly sliced prosciutto (I ask for the cheapest, which is usually the domestic prosciutto)

Wrap each piece of fish with a slice of prosciutto. Hopefully, it will work out and there will be one slice for each piece of fish. When the potatoes are done, remove the pan from the oven and carefully place the fish wrapped in prosciutto on the potatoes. Give a final sprinkle of olive oil. Bake for 20-30 minute.

4 green onions thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh parsley chopped

I like to add the green onions and parsley just a bit before the fish is done, so that the onions and parsley heat through but not enough for them to get wilted. The fish will be done when firm to the touch.

This is a great dish to serve with a green salad. Since it includes potatoes you don't have to do much else. And don't forget to save a couple pieces of fish and some potatoes to make the fish chowder. I'll post that recipe in Part 2.

Hugs,
Mameekosan