When Is Lent This Year?
Lent 2022 will begin on Wednesday March 2nd, Ash Wednesday, and end on Thursday April 14th. The 40 days leading up to Easter are to prepare and reflect before the celebrations begin. Christians do this to replicate Christ’s sacrifice as he wandered in the dessert for 40 days.
Why No Meat On Friday During Lent?
For centuries, Catholics, and other religions as well, have observed not eating meat on Ash Wednesday and every Friday during Lent. One reason is to acknowledge Christ’s sacrifice as he wandered in the dessert for 40 days and nights. Secondly, it is to avoid eating any meat from a warm-blooded animal, such as Jesus was, to remember his death. Since fish are cold-blooded it has long been the food turned to on Fridays during this time.
How To Cook Fish In The Oven
Fish Fry Fridays will start popping up at restaurants and churches all over the country, but if you want to make your own at home, and save a few calories, then you’ve come to the right place! Cooking fish in the oven makes is super easy and convenient. The most popular temperature to bake fish is 425, but sometimes a lower 350 might be required. Covering it will foil will allow the fish to steam and stay extra moist, but if you want the fish to be browned nicely, it should never be covered. Fish of all varieties take on seasoning and flavors so well, and everything from cod, flounder, tilapia, salmon and more can all be prepared in the oven.
Best Baked Fish Recipes
This collection is filled with all the fishy goodness you will need this Lenten season! The kids will love the Baked Fish Nuggets as much as they do those boxed fish sticks. The Sesame Ginger Salmon is packed with flavor and would be so tasty served with some simply steamed rice. The Baked Fish Tacos are a fun twist if your next Mexican night lands on a Friday during Lent. If you are entertaining on a Friday night, wow your guests with the Baked Whole Fish with Lemon Herb Garlic Butter! If you like things a little spicier the Honey Lime Sriracha Salmon or Spicy Baked Tilapia will satisfy those heat loving taste buds. Baked fish takes on a coating very well so I found ones crusted in Panko bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese and even potato chips or hummus! This year as you plan those meat-free Friday suppers, remember just how versatile and delicious fish can be! Baking fish in the oven makes it healthier, and can be super stress-free too. Hopefully a few of these easy baked fish recipes will find their way to your table soon!
