Baked Carp with Roasted Vegetables

Baked carp with roasted vegetables is a wholesome, nutritious, and flavorful meal that’s perfect for both family dinners and special occasions.

Carp, a freshwater fish, has a mild flavor that pairs beautifully with earthy vegetables like potatoes, celery root, carrots, and bell peppers.

This recipe enhances the carp with a simple marinade of soy sauce, olive oil, and spices, while roasting the vegetables alongside the fish makes for a complete meal in one pan.

The star of this dish is the tender, succulent carp, which absorbs the marinade’s rich flavors and pairs well with the natural sweetness of the roasted vegetables.

Not only is this meal delicious, but it’s also healthy, packed with essential nutrients from the fish and the colorful array of vegetables.

Whether you’re new to cooking fish or looking to try something new, this baked carp recipe is a great way to enjoy a nutritious and satisfying meal.

Let’s get started!

Full Recipe:
Ingredients
For the Carp and Marinade:

Carp fish: 1 whole fish (cleaned and scaled)
Salt: To taste (about 1 teaspoon)
Black pepper: To taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)
Ground coriander: 1/2 teaspoon
Olive oil: 2 tablespoons
Soy sauce: 2 tablespoons
For the Roasted Vegetables:

Potatoes: 8 medium-sized, peeled and cut into wedges
Green bell pepper: 1, sliced into strips
Celery root: 1 medium, peeled and cubed
Cherry tomatoes: 1 cup (around 150 g)
Onions: 2 medium, sliced into rings
Carrots: 3 medium, peeled and sliced into rounds
Olive oil: 3 tablespoons
Salt and pepper: To taste
Optional herbs: Fresh thyme or rosemary for garnish
Instructions (Step-by-Step)
Step 1: Prepare the Carp and Marinade
Clean and season the carp: Ensure that your carp is cleaned, gutted, and scaled. Rinse the fish under cold water and pat it dry with paper towels. Make 2-3 shallow cuts on each side of the fish to help the marinade penetrate deeper.
Mix the marinade: In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1 teaspoon of salt, 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon of ground coriander. Whisk the ingredients together until they form a smooth marinade.
Marinate the fish: Rub the marinade all over the carp, making sure to get it into the slits you made earlier. Allow the fish to marinate for at least 30 minutes. If possible, refrigerate it for up to 1 hour to enhance the flavors.
Step 2: Prepare the Vegetables