Best 6 How To Bake Fish In The Oven Recipes

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Are you looking for a healthy and delicious way to enjoy fish? Baking fish in the oven is a great option! It's a simple and easy cooking method that results in fish that is moist, flaky, and full of flavor. Plus, it's a relatively quick and easy way to get dinner on the table.

This article provides three different recipes for baking fish in the oven:

* **Baked Cod with Lemon and Herbs:** This classic recipe is simple and flavorful. The cod is baked with lemon, herbs, and olive oil, resulting in a light and refreshing dish.
* **Baked Salmon with Roasted Vegetables:** This recipe is a great way to get a healthy dose of vegetables. The salmon is baked with roasted vegetables, such as broccoli, carrots, and zucchini.
* **Baked Tilapia with Mango Salsa:** This recipe is a fun and tropical twist on baked fish. The tilapia is baked with a sweet and tangy mango salsa, resulting in a dish that is both flavorful and refreshing.

No matter which recipe you choose, you're sure to enjoy a delicious and healthy meal. So preheat your oven and get ready to bake some fish!

Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!

FAST BAKED FISH



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We always have a good supply of fresh fish, so I make fish recipes often. This recipe is my favorite because it is moist, tender and flavorful. -Judie Anglen, Riverton, Wyoming

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1-1/4 pounds fish fillets
1 teaspoon seasoned salt
Pepper to taste
Paprika, optional
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400°. Place fish in a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Sprinkle with seasoned salt, pepper and paprika if desired. Drizzle with butter. , Cover and bake until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 15-20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 270 calories, Fat 17g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 110mg cholesterol, Sodium 540mg sodium, Carbohydrate 0 carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 28g protein.

BAKED FISH FILLETS



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Baking fish fillets is the easiest way to ensure a tender, flaky entrée that maintains its flavor and doesn't dry out. Mix up a lemon-butter mixture, drizzle it on, and pop into the oven. You'll be enjoying baked fish in just half an hour.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound mild-flavored fish fillet, about 3/4 inch thick
3 tablespoons butter, melted
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 375°F. Grease bottom of rectangular pan, 11x7x1 1/2 inches.
  • Cut fish fillets into 4 serving pieces if needed. Place pieces, skin sides down, in the pan, folding thin ends under if necessary for even thickness.
  • Mix remaining ingredients; drizzle over fish.
  • Bake uncovered 15 to 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 235, Carbohydrate 0 g, Cholesterol 110 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 23 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 270 mg

PERFECT TEN BAKED COD



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Simple, fast, and delicious describes this baked cod recipe. Bake for two sets of 10 minutes each and you have the perfect ten dinner! This recipe was a favorite request from a local restaurant. They closed after years in business and we are happy to share a version of their most requested recipe. I serve this with rice pilaf and fresh spinach that has been lightly seared in olive oil and garlic. Yummy!

Provided by Pam

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons butter
½ sleeve buttery round crackers (such as Ritz®), crushed
2 tablespoons butter
1 pound thick-cut cod loin
½ lemon, juiced
¼ cup dry white wine
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon chopped green onion
1 lemon, cut into wedges

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Place 2 tablespoons butter in a microwave-safe bowl; melt in microwave on high, about 30 seconds. Stir buttery round crackers into melted butter.
  • Place remaining 2 tablespoons butter in a 7x11-inch baking dish. Melt in the preheated oven, 1 to 3 minutes. Remove dish from oven.
  • Coat both sides of cod in melted butter in the baking dish.
  • Bake cod in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove from oven; top with lemon juice, wine, and cracker mixture. Place back in oven and bake until fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork, about 10 more minutes.
  • Garnish baked cod with parsley and green onion. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 279.9 calories, Carbohydrate 9.3 g, Cholesterol 71.5 mg, Fat 16.1 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 20.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.2 g, Sodium 282.3 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

OVEN-FRIED FISH



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When you're looking for a fast, flavorful meal, look no further than fish! Parmesan cheese and special seasonings add a bit of an Italian flair to these fillets. Not only is this recipe low in fat, it's delicious as well. So it's sure to please everyone in the family.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

1-1/2 pounds cod or haddock, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
2 tablespoons butter
1/2 cup crushed wheat crackers or seasoned dry bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
1/2 teaspoon Italian seasoning

Steps:

  • Place fish in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Brush with butter. In a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients; sprinkle over fish. , Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 10-15 minutes or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 261 calories, Fat 9g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 78mg cholesterol, Sodium 753mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 30g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

EASY BAKE FISH



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Easy recipe for people who spent so much on the fish they couldn't buy the sauce!

Provided by MOMMY_OUV_2

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Seafood Main Dish Recipes     Salmon     Salmon Steak Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons honey
3 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 teaspoon lemon juice
4 (6 ounce) salmon steaks
½ teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • In a small bowl, mix honey, mustard, and lemon juice. Spread the mixture over the salmon steaks. Season with pepper. Arrange in a medium baking dish.
  • Bake 20 minutes in the preheated oven, or until fish easily flakes with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 368 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 99.1 mg, Fat 18.2 g, Fiber 0.1 g, Protein 33.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 381.1 mg, Sugar 13 g

BAKED FISH FILLETS



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Good recipe for any filleted fish. If using other fish, cook time may vary depending on the type and thickness of fillets.

Provided by JAcob Griffin

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 30m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 tablespoon vegetable oil, or to taste
2 pounds mackerel fillets
1 teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
¼ cup butter, melted
2 tablespoons lemon juice
⅛ teaspoon ground paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking pan with vegetable oil.
  • Place mackerel fillets in the baking pan; season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix butter, lemon juice, and paprika together in a bowl. Pour over mackerel fillets.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until mackerel flakes easily with a fork, 20 to 25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 399 calories, Carbohydrate 0.5 g, Cholesterol 109 mg, Fat 31 g, Protein 28.3 g, SaturatedFat 10.2 g, Sodium 540.2 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right fish: For baking, choose a firm-fleshed fish like salmon, cod, or halibut. These fish can withstand the heat of the oven without falling apart.
  • Season the fish well: Before baking, season the fish with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs and spices. This will help to enhance the flavor of the fish.
  • Use a baking dish that is large enough to accommodate the fish: The fish should be able to lay flat in the dish without overcrowding.
  • Bake the fish at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy crust on the outside of the fish while keeping the inside moist and flaky.
  • Cook the fish until it is cooked through: The fish is cooked through when it flakes easily with a fork.
  • Serve the fish immediately: Baked fish is best served hot out of the oven.

Conclusion:

Baking fish in the oven is a simple and delicious way to cook this healthy protein. By following these tips, you can ensure that your baked fish turns out perfect every time. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal, give baked fish a try!

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