Herby Crusted Basa and Chips
with Buttery Peas, Asparagus and Roasted Garlic Aioli
- Cereals containing gluten
- Fish
- Egg
- Mustard
In this Herby Crusted Basa and Chips, the white fish is perfect for soaking up the delicious flavour. Pair with a homemade zesty roasted garlic aioli and plenty of green veg for a dinner that's sure to be a crowd pleaser.
Ingredients
450 grams
Potatoes
1 unit(s)
Lemon
3 unit(s)
Garlic Clove
25 grams
Breadcrumbs
(Contains: Cereals containing gluten)
1 sachet(s)
Mixed Herbs
100 grams
Asparagus
2 unit(s)
Basa Fillets
(Contains: Fish)
96 grams
Mayonnaise
(Contains: Egg, Mustard)
120 grams
Peas
Not included in your delivery
1 tbsp
Olive Oil for the Crumb
20 grams
Butter
Utensils
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 220°C/200°C fan/gas mark 7.
Chop the potatoes lengthways into 1cm slices, then chop into 1cm wide chips (no need to peel).
Pop the chips onto a large baking tray. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat. Spread out in a single layer. TIP: Use two baking trays if necessary.
When the oven is hot, bake on the top shelf until golden, 25-30 mins.
Meanwhile, zest and cut the lemon into wedges. Pop the garlic (unpeeled) into a small piece of foil with a drizzle of oil and scrunch to enclose it.
In a small bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, mixed herbs, olive oil for the crumb (see pantry for amount) and half the lemon zest. Season with salt and pepper, then mix well.
Trim the bottom 2cm from the asparagus and discard.
Pat the basa dry with kitchen paper. Season with salt and pepper, then lay to one side of a lined medium baking tray.
Spread one third of the mayonnaise over the top of the fish and top with the herby crumb. Gently press down with a spoon to make it stick. IMPORTANT: Wash your hands and equipment after handling raw fish.
Pop the asparagus onto the other side of basa tray. Drizzle with oil, season with salt and pepper, then toss to coat. Spread out in a single layer. Add the garlic parcel to the tray.
When the chips are halfway through cooking, turn them over and move the tray to the middle shelf.
At the same time, put the basa and veg on the top shelf until the crumbs are golden and the fish is cooked through, 10-12 mins. IMPORTANT: This is cooked when opaque in the middle.
Meanwhile, wipe out the (now empty) bowl used for the crumbs.
Add the remaining mayo and lemon zest to the bowl and mix well. Set aside for now.
Heat a drizzle of oil in a medium frying pan on medium-high heat.
Once hot, add the peas and stir-fry until piping hot, 2-3 mins.
Stir in the butter (see pantry for amount) until melted, then season with salt and pepper.
Once the garlic has cooled, cut the end with scissors, squeeze it out of the skin and mash with a fork. Stir the garlic into the aioli.
When everything's ready, share the herby crusted basa between your plates.
Serve the buttery peas, asparagus and chips alongside.
Dollop the zesty roasted garlic mayo on the side for dipping. Serve with lemon wedges for squeezing over.
Enjoy!
Customer reviews
Review summary
Updated on Feb 2026- Flavour: The lemon in the breadcrumbs beautifully complemented the fish, though some found the overall dish needed more seasoning.
- Ease of prep: Simple to prepare, this meal impressed both family members and dinner guests.
- Suggestions: Consider adding extra breadcrumbs and ensuring they're crispy for better texture and flavour.
- Portions: The dish was satisfying, with enough to serve multiple people comfortably.
