Best Baked Orange Roughy
A simple and delicious baked orange roughy recipe that showcases the mild flavor and flaky texture of this fish, perfectly paired with citrus and herbs.
Ingredients
For the Fish
- 4 fillets orange roughy fillets
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 lemon sliced
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Line a baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- In a small bowl, mix together the olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, oregano, thyme, salt, and pepper.
- Place the orange roughy fillets in the prepared baking dish, and pour the olive oil mixture evenly over the fish.
- Top each fillet with slices of lemon for added flavor.
Cooking
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork.
- Remove from the oven and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.
- Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
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Notes
For best flavor and texture, use fresh orange roughy fillets. Allow the fish to marinate in the seasoning mixture for about 15-30 minutes before baking. If desired, broil the fish for an additional minute at the end to achieve a nice crust.