Dorade With Potatoes and Burst Tomato Sauce
Peer reviewed by UK recipe editorsAuthored by UK recipe editorsOriginally published 16 Jan 2026
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This Mediterranean-inspired dorade with potatoes and burst tomato sauce is a vibrant, heart-healthy dish that brings the flavours of the coast to your kitchen. The white fish is roasted gently over a bed of sliced potatoes, lemon, and bay leaves, allowing the juices to infuse the vegetables with a deep, savoury flavour. It is a wonderful way to enjoy fresh seafood, providing a balanced meal that feels naturally elegant without being overly complicated.
Perfect for a light weekend lunch or a nutritious midweek dinner, this recipe uses a punchy dressing of golden raisins, capers, and mint to cut through the richness of the roasted tomatoes. The contrast between the tender fish and the golden-edged potatoes makes this a satisfying main course. Serve it simply with a side of steamed seasonal greens to complete this wholesome, homemade meal.
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Ingredients for Dorade With Potatoes and Burst Tomato Sauce
3 tablespoons pine nuts
575ml cherry tomatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
Kosher salt
3 tablespoons golden raisins
1 garlic clove, finely grated
1/4 cup chopped mint
45ml drained capers
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
900g small waxy potatoes
Kosher salt
1 lemon, thinly sliced, seeds removed
4 sprigs mint
2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
6 bay leaves
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons olive oil
Freshly ground black pepper
240ml dry white wine
8 (6–230g ) dorade fillets
How to make Dorade With Potatoes and Burst Tomato Sauce
Preheat oven to 177°C. Toast pine nuts on a rimmed baking sheet, tossing once, until golden brown, about 4 minutes. Let cool.
Toss tomatoes and 1 tablespoon oil on another baking sheet; season with salt. Roast until softened, 25–30 minutes; let cool slightly.
Meanwhile, place raisins in a medium bowl and pour in boiling water to cover. Let sit until plump and softened, 8–10 minutes. Drain and return to bowl.
Add pine nuts, garlic, mint, capers, vinegar, red pepper flakes, and remaining 2 tablespoons oil to raisins and mix well. Gently mix in tomatoes; season with salt.
Increase oven temperature to 218°C. Cook potatoes in a pot of boiling salted water until fork-tender, 15–18 minutes. Drain; let cool, then slice lengthwise 1/4" thick. Toss potatoes with lemon, mint sprigs, garlic, bay leaves, and 1/4 cup oil in a shallow 3-qt. baking dish; season with salt and pepper. Pour wine over.
Season fillets with salt and pepper. Place, skin side up, on top of potato mixture and drizzle with remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Roast until fillets are cooked through, 12–18 minutes.
Transfer fillets to a platter, placing skin side up, and tent with foil to keep warm. Continue to roast potatoes until edges are browned, 10–15 minutes. Serve dorade with tomato sauce and potatoes.
Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.
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16 Jan 2026 | Originally published
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UK recipe editors
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