Today we bring to the table Ziti with Perch Fish, Zucchini, and Cherry Tomatoes. An easy and quick fish main course to prepare. It has a sweet and delicate taste, with a delightful aroma! I love fish-based dishes, especially main courses! What I propose to you today is a simple and genuine recipe, also suitable for those who are on a diet. It is easy to cook, and has a quick cooking process. In fact, in less than 15 minutes, the dish is ready to go on the table! The perch fish, also known as European perch, is a freshwater fish with exquisite meat. It lends itself to the creation of numerous dishes, from main courses to second courses, and it is truly tasty. I often use it; for example, I like to prepare it baked with potatoes or with cherry tomatoes. An excellent healthy, genuine, and economical second course. Today, however, I propose a nice tasty but delicate main course. Let’s see together how it is prepared!
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- Cost: Economical
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2 people
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups pasta (format of choice)
- 5 oz Perch Fish
- 1 zucchini (medium)
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (about 10-12 grams per person, suitable dose for those on a diet)
- to taste salt
- A few leaves basil
- to taste pepper (only if you like)
Tools
- Frying Pan
- Casserole
- Cutting Board
- Colander
Steps
For the preparation of this first course, I used perch fish fillets without skin and bones.
I find them from my trusted fishmonger already cleaned and ready to use, definitely more convenient!
Once you have the cleaned fish, cut it into cubes. Then wash the vegetables (zucchini and cherry tomatoes).
Cut the zucchini into small cubes without removing the skin and halve the cherry tomatoes.
Finely slice (or grate) half an onion, put it in a pan, and add the olive oil.
Let it soften for a couple of minutes over low heat, then add the zucchini.
Slightly increase the heat and let them cook for about 5 minutes.
Then add the cherry tomatoes and continue for a couple of minutes. Finally, add the perch fish.
Only at this point, adjust the salt and add a pinch of pepper, if you like.
A few basil leaves to scent our dish and continue cooking for another 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, bring water to a boil and add the pasta.
Once ready, drain into the pan with the sauce, mix, and serve on plates.
Ziti with Perch Fish, Zucchini, and Cherry Tomatoes are ready to be enjoyed!
I hope you enjoyed this recipe! Until next time!
For the preparation of this dish, I chose Ziti, Pasta di Gragnano IGP from the L’Oro di Gragnano line, a kind gift from Pastificio Sorrentino (#gifted)
Discover here all the recipes I made with products from this Pastificio.
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FAQ (Questions and Answers)
I don’t like perch fish, how can I substitute it?
You can make this main course using monkfish, sole, or swordfish but be careful with the cooking times, as they vary depending on the type of fish used.
Can I omit the zucchini?
Yes, of course, if you don’t like them, you can skip them or replace them with vegetables you prefer, such as eggplants, broccoli, green beans, or peas.
