Whitefish With Orange Rice Stuffing Recipe

Name: Whitefish With Orange Rice Stuffing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (3 lb) fresh white fish; salt; butter, Melted; Stuffing; 1/4 cup butter; 1 cup celery & leaves, chopped; 3 tablespoons onions, chopped; 2 tablespoons orange rind, grated; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup orange juice; 2 tablespoons lemon juice; 1 cup rice, cooked

Servings: persons

1 (3 lb) fresh white fish
salt
butter, Melted
Stuffing
1/4 cup butter
1 cup celery & leaves, chopped
3 tablespoons onions, chopped
2 tablespoons orange rind, grated
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup orange juice
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 cup rice, cooked

1
Clean fish, removing scales and fins.
2
Remove head and tail and wash and dry fish.
3
Sprinkle inside with salt.
4
Prepare stuffing: Melt 1/4 cup butter in medium saucepan.
5
Add celery, onion, and orange rind and cook until tender, about 5 minutes.
6
Add salt, orange, and lemon juice and 3/4 cup water.
7
Bring to a rolling boil and add rice.
8
Stir, cover and remove from heat; let stand 5 minutes.
9
Stuff fish loosely and fasten opening with small skewers or toothpicks and lace with string.
10
Place fish on a greased baking dish and brush with melted butter.
11
Measure stuffed fish at the thickest part and bake in 450F oven for 10 minutes per inch of thickness.

302

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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: 1 (3 lb) fresh white fish, salt, butter, Melted, Stuffing, and more.

Yes, Whitefish With Orange Rice Stuffing 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Whitefish With Orange Rice Stuffing

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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