Here's what to serve with haddock that will complement the delicate, flaky texture and mildly sweet flavor of this tasty white fish! From the best vegetable side dishes to potatoes and other starchy sides, these recipes can be mixed and matched to make a balanced seafood dinner. Everything on this list is as easy as it is delicious.
If you want some more fish recipes, try my baked monkfish, grilled swordfish, or oven-fried catfish.
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- 1. Baked Sweet Potato Fries
- 2. Pan-Fried Asparagus
- 3. Zucchini Fritters
- 4. Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
- 5. Slow Cooker Roasted Potatoes
- 6. Green Beans Almondine
- 7. Rice Pilaf
- 8. Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
- 9. Southern Coleslaw
- 10. Asian Cucumber Salad
- 11. Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
- 12. Caesar Salad
- 13. Lemon Butter Sauce
- 14. Potato Croquettes
- 15. Gremolata
- 💭 Tips For Choosing The Best Sides For Haddock
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- What To Serve With Haddock: Baked Sweet Potato Fries (+15 More Tasty Side Dishes!)
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Any seafood lover can appreciate the tender and mildly sweet taste of haddock (plus it makes for delicious fish & chips). However, a meal is only as good as the entree and side dishes combined - so here are a few of the best sides guaranteed to complement this tasty white fish!
1. Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, baked sweet potato fries are always a satisfying side to pair with fish. You can even whip up a quick side of sweet potato fry sauce for dipping!
2. Pan-Fried Asparagus
Pan-fried asparagus is quick, easy, and always delicious with white fish. In fact, you can't go wrong with any asparagus recipes! You could even top it with this velvety cheese sauce when pairing it with haddock!
3. Zucchini Fritters
Despite being made with zucchini, these fritters are super tasty with a satisfying crunch! You can pair them with your favorite dipping sauces, but they're equally delicious on their own with a sprinkle of salt!
4. Broccoli Cauliflower Salad
This creamy and tangy broccoli cauliflower salad adds a great crunch to any plate of fish. You can even make it in advance and keep it in the fridge until needed!
5. Slow Cooker Roasted Potatoes
These slow-cooker potatoes are cooked low and slow with a delicious blend of butter, garlic, and herbs until perfectly tender. Of course, if you don't have time for the crock pot, you can make oven-roasted potatoes too!
6. Green Beans Almondine
You can serve haddock with any green bean recipe, though I love the added crunch from the almonds in green beans almondine. The recipe is quick and easy yet elegant enough to be served on special occasions.
7. Rice Pilaf
Rice pilaf is one step above a simple side of rice. The combination of rice and orzo pasta cooked with broth, butter, and onions gives it a flavor that's hard to beat!
8. Brown Sugar Glazed Carrots
The caramelization on these tender carrots will have you savoring every bite. It's nicely balanced by the sweet and mild flavor of haddock, especially when paired with a green veggie!
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9. Southern Coleslaw
Coleslaw is a classic side for just about any fish, whether it's grilled, pan-seared, roasted, smoked, or fried! It's cool and crispy, yet creamy and refreshing - the perfect choice for summer Sunday dinners.
10. Asian Cucumber Salad
Another light and refreshing side you can pair with haddock is this easy Asian cucumber salad. The thick slices of crunchy cucumber are tossed in a sesame soy sauce vinaigrette, so there's no shortage of flavor!
11. Air Fryer Baked Potatoes
The air fryer is the easiest way to make perfectly cooked baked potatoes that crisp up on the outside and stay fluffy on the inside. You can keep them simple with butter, salt, and pepper, or load them up with your favorite baked potato toppings!
12. Caesar Salad
A small Caesar salad with homemade dressing makes an excellent side dish or starter for seafood. It's quick and easy, but it never disappoints!
13. Lemon Butter Sauce
A drizzle of lemon butter sauce over a freshly cooked haddock filet takes it from delicious to exceptional! If some of the buttery goodness makes its way onto your potatoes, rice, or veggies, so be it!
14. Potato Croquettes
Potato croquettes are made by frying mashed potatoes (mixed with a few other ingredients) until golden and crispy. The texture is a beautiful contrast to the tender flakiness of the fish, and they are always filling and satisfying!
15. Gremolata
Gremolata is a condiment made with Italian parsley. The fragrant, lemony, garlicky flavor goes perfectly with white fish and makes any meal feel gourmet!
💭 Tips For Choosing The Best Sides For Haddock
Haddock has a mild, slightly sweet flavor, so here are some tips to help you choose the best side dishes.
- Add Vegetables. Not only will some veggies add beautiful color to your meal, but they'll also add tons of nutrition. Try pairing your fish with broccoli, green beans, brussel sprouts, or any other green veggie you like.
- Add Citrus. The acidity and fresh flavor of citrus fruits pair wonderfully with the mild flavor of haddock. Lemon wedges are a classic choice, but you could also make a citrus sauce (like my lemon butter sauce!)
- Include A Salad. A fresh garden salad with a light dressing is always an excellent side dish for fish. A simple mixed green salad with balsamic vinaigrette or a Caesar salad is easy to make and tastes great.
- Try A Starch. If you need your meal to be more filling, try adding a starchy side dish (like potatoes, pasta, or rice!)
Now that you know what to serve with it, you can make haddock a regular part of your dinner plans! What are your favorite ways to prepare haddock? Let me know in the comments below!
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What To Serve With Haddock: Baked Sweet Potato Fries (+15 More Tasty Side Dishes!)
Ingredients
- ¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper (to taste)
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon paprika (optional , or smoked paprika)
- 4 large sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into thin sticks)
- 2 tablespoon cooking oil
(Note: 2x or 3x only changes the ingredient list)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C/Gas Mark 7) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. (If you want extra crispy fries, you can bake directly on the baking sheet, *see note).
- Add the seasonings to a small bowl and stir to combine. (¼ teaspoon each, salt & pepper, ¼ teaspoon garlic powder, ¼ teaspoon onion powder, and the optional ¼ teaspoon paprika )
- Slice the peeled 4 large sweet potatoes into matchsticks if you haven't already, then spread them in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle them with 4 large sweet potatoes and toss to coat.
- Sprinkle the seasoning blend over the sweet potatoes while tossing to coat them evenly. Then, put them on the center rack in the oven and bake for 15 minutes at 425°F (220°C/Gas Mark 7).
- At the 15-minute mark, flip the fries over and put them back in the oven to bake for another 10 minutes or until they reach your desired level of crispiness. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For super crispy sweet potato fries, soak your matchsticks in ice water for 30 minutes, then pat them dry. Add them to a mixing bowl or Ziploc bag with 2 teaspoons of cornstarch and toss to coat. Bake directly on the baking sheet as instructed.
- To make these in the air fryer, cook them in an even layer at 380°F (195°C) for 6 minutes, then flip, and cook for another 5-6 minutes. You will need to work in batches, but they crisp up beautifully this way without any extra oil!
- This seasoning blend makes for salty and savory sweet potato fries. You can follow this recipe using cinnamon sugar for a sweeter variation.
- You can keep your leftover sweet potato fries in a Ziploc bag or airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
- To freeze, lay your cooked and cooled sweet potato fries on a parchment-lined baking sheet and pop it in the freezer. Let them freeze for 1-2 hours, and then you can transfer them to a Ziploc freezer bag for easy storage. Use within three months, and there's no need to thaw before reheating.
- Reheat your sweet potato fries in the oven or in an air fryer for the best results. In the oven, reheat them on a baking sheet at 425°F (220°C/Gas Mark 7) for 10 minutes and flip halfway through. In the air fryer, reheat them at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes, opening and shaking the basket halfway through.
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Originally published September 26, 2023
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