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Name: Fish In Paper Parcels With Leeks, Fennel, Chives, And Vanilla
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 (6-ounce) red snapper or other firm whitefish fillets; 3/4 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Cooking spray; 2 1/2 cups thinly sliced leek (about 3 large); 2 1/2 cups thinly sliced fennel bulb (about 2 small bulbs); 2 1/2 cups (2-inch) julienne-cut carrot; 1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth; 1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce; 1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, divided; 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided; 3 (6-inch) vanilla beans, split lengthwise and halved crosswise

Servings: persons

6 (6-ounce) red snapper or other firm whitefish fillets
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Cooking spray
2 1/2 cups thinly sliced leek (about 3 large)
2 1/2 cups thinly sliced fennel bulb (about 2 small bulbs)
2 1/2 cups (2-inch) julienne-cut carrot
1/2 cup fat-free, less-sodium chicken broth
1 tablespoon low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup chopped fresh chives, divided
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
3 (6-inch) vanilla beans, split lengthwise and halved crosswise

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Preheat oven to 400u00b0.
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Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper.
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Heat a large nonstick skillet coated with cooking spray over medium-high heat. Add leek, fennel, and carrot; saute 4 minutes or until carrot is crisp-tender. Add broth and soy sauce; cook 3 minutes or until liquid evaporates. Stir in 3 tablespoons chives and 1 tablespoon lemon juice.
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Cut 6 (14-inch) squares of parchment paper. Fold each square in half; open each. Place 1 cup vegetable mixture near fold of each paper. Place 1 fish fillet on top of vegetable mixture; top with 1/2 teaspoon chives, 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice, and 2 pieces vanilla bean. Fold paper; seal edges with narrow folds. Place packets on each of 2 baking sheets.
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Bake at 400u00b0 for 18 minutes or until puffy and lightly browned, rotating baking sheets after 9 minutes. Place on plates, and cut open. Serve immediately.
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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 (6-ounce) red snapper or other firm whitefish fillets, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, Cooking spray, and more.

Yes, Fish In Paper Parcels With Leeks, Fennel, Chives, And Vanilla falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Fish In Paper Parcels With Leeks, Fennel, Chives, And Vanilla

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