Psari Plaki (Baked Fish)
Ingredients:
- 3-4 pound sea bass whole
- 3 medium yellow onions – sliced
- 1 can diced tomatoes
- ½ bunch parsley, chopped
- ½ cup white wine
- 3 cloves garlic
- 2-3 bay leaves
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt & pepper to taste
For the pligouri (barley):
- 1 cup pearl barley soaked overnight
- 3 cups of chicken broth
- Salt and pepper
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Preparation:
Preheat oven to 350 degrees
Salt and pepper the fish well and place in a baking pan.
In a deep skillet heat the extra virgin olive, add the sliced onions and garlic and sauté until onions are softened and golden in color. Add the wine and cook for approximately 3-4 minutes. Add the tomato, salt, pepper, oregano and bay leaves, stir well and cook 5-8 minutes.
Top the fish with the mixture. Seal the pan well with aluminum foil and bake for approximately 40 minutes or until flaky.
For the pligouri (barley):
In a pot add the chicken broth and barley, season with salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low,
cover and cook approximately 45 minutes or until the barley is tender and the liquid is absorbed.
Enjoy!