Novac Plaice

To create a delicious plachie, we start by carefully preparing the ingredients. We clean, wash, and julienne the onion and peppers. These vegetables will provide a rich flavor and a pleasant aroma to our dish. Then, we sauté the onion in a pan with oil over low heat, making sure to stir it periodically to soften it evenly until it becomes translucent and fragrant.

Meanwhile, we take care of the fish. We clean and dry the fish slices with a paper towel to ensure they fry evenly. We sprinkle salt and pepper on the fish rounds, then carefully roll them in flour, ensuring each piece is evenly coated. We heat oil in a separate pan and fry the fish on both sides until golden and crispy, being careful not to leave them too long to avoid drying out.

After frying the fish, we remove it from the pan and place it on an absorbent paper towel to eliminate excess oil. We continue with the tomatoes; we wash them, peel them, and cut them in half, then slice each half into thin slices.

In a heat-resistant glass dish, we arrange the first layer: 1/3 of the sautéed onion, followed by 3 sliced tomatoes, and then half of the tomato juice. This mixture will provide a flavorful base for the fish. On top, we place the fried fish rounds, then add the remaining onion, the remaining tomatoes, the tomato juice, and a splash of white wine, which will enhance the flavors and add a delicate taste.

Finally, we adjust the salt to taste and add bay leaves, which will enrich the plachie with an irresistible aroma. We cover the dish with aluminum foil and put it in the oven, allowing the dish to bake for 35-40 minutes at a moderate temperature, so that all the ingredients combine perfectly and achieve a juicy consistency.

When the plachie is ready, we take it out of the oven and serve it warm, sprinkled with freshly chopped parsley on top for added freshness and an attractive appearance. This recipe is perfect for a family dinner or to impress guests with a traditional dish full of flavor.