Best 9 Pecan Breaded Orange Roughy Recipes

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Indulge in a culinary journey with our Pecan-Breaded Orange Roughy, a tantalizing dish that harmonizes the delicate flavor of orange roughy with a crispy pecan crust. This recipe symphony offers a trio of tempting variations: the classic Pecan-Breaded Orange Roughy, a zesty Lemon-Herb Butter Sauce, and a refreshing Orange-Pineapple Salsa. Dive into the golden-brown pecan crust, revealing the tender and flaky fish beneath, while the vibrant Lemon-Herb Butter Sauce adds a burst of citrusy and herbaceous notes. For a tropical twist, the Orange-Pineapple Salsa brings a sweet and tangy complement to the dish. Each element of this recipe ensemble is artfully orchestrated to create a symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds. So, embark on this culinary adventure and let your senses dance with delight as you savor the Pecan-Breaded Orange Roughy, its accompanying sauces, and the salsa.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

PECAN-CRUSTED FISH FILLETS



Pecan-Crusted Fish Fillets image

Turn the catch of the day into delicious dinner in only 25 minutes. Hot pecan-crusted fish fillets are cooked easily on stove top and are served with lemon wedges.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Entree

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup finely chopped pecans (not ground)
1/4 cup dry bread crumbs
2 teaspoons grated lemon peel
1 egg
1 tablespoon milk
1 pound sole, orange roughy, walleye pike or other delicate fish fillets, about 1/2 inch thick
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Lemon wedges

Steps:

  • Mix pecans, bread crumbs and lemon peel in shallow bowl. Beat egg and milk with wire whisk or fork in another shallow bowl.
  • Cut fish into 4 serving pieces. Sprinkle both sides of fish with salt and pepper. Coat fish with egg mixture, then coat well with pecan mixture, pressing slightly into fish.
  • Heat oil in 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add fish. Reduce heat to medium-low. Cook 6 to 10 minutes, turning once carefully with 2 pancake turners, until fish flakes easily with fork and is brown. Serve with lemon wedges.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 350, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 3, Fiber 2 g, Protein 21 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 450 mg

BREADED ORANGE ROUGHY



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"My family loves fish, so I serve it often," writes Joann Frazier Hensley of McGaheysville, Virginia. "Seasoned pepper really adds to the flavor of these tender fillets."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup crushed cornflakes
2 teaspoons seasoned pepper
1/4 teaspoon salt
4 large egg whites
1/4 cup water
6 orange roughy fillets (4 ounces each)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour

Steps:

  • In a shallow dish, combine the cornflakes, seasoned pepper and salt. In another shallow dish, beat egg whites and water. In a third shallow bowl, add flour. Coat fish with flour; dip in egg white mixture, then roll in cornflake mixture. , Place on a baking sheet coated with cooking spray. Bake at 425° for 9-11 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 158 calories, Fat 1g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 23mg cholesterol, Sodium 400mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 20g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PECAN BREADED ORANGE ROUGHY



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This has been a favorite of mine for years and began when I lived in Salt Lake City, Ut. After I moved back home to NC 11 years ago, I found that orange roughy was not as easily found here as in Utah. Any good firm white fish will do such as Tilapia. Enjoy !!

Provided by CONNIE BOLDA

Categories     Fish

Time 25m

Number Of Ingredients 7

3 large orange roughy filets (cut in half lengthways)
2 c plain bread crumbs
1 c crushed pecans
1 c cornmeal
2 large well beaten eggs
2 pinch blackened fish or cajun seasoning
oil for frying - i use peanut or canola

Steps:

  • 1. Pat fish dry with paper towels. Sprinkle seasoning on both sides and rub into flesh.
  • 2. Pour enough oil for a depth of 1/2 inch into a heavy skillet. Heat the oil to medium high.
  • 3. In a bowl, combine crumbs, pecans and cornmeal; mix well.
  • 4. Dip the fish in egg on both sides. Then dip the fish into crumb mixture to completely coat on both sides.
  • 5. Fry in oil until browned on both sides. Fish should be flaky on inside. Serve hot.

GARLIC PARMESAN ORANGE ROUGHY



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This is a quick, flavorful dish that looks gourmet. The spread works well with other mild white fish. Serve with your favorite vegetable and couscous for an easy weeknight meal.

Provided by chibi chef

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 (4 ounce) fillets orange roughy
½ lemon
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
¼ cup butter, softened
¼ cup prepared Dijon mustard mayonnaise blend
1 large clove garlic, pressed
¼ pinch salt
paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
  • Place the orange roughy filets on the broiler pan and squeeze the lemon over the top of the fish. Broil the filets in the preheated oven for about 6 to 8 minutes.
  • Combine parmesan, butter, dijionnaise, garlic, and salt in a small bowl. Remove the fish from the oven and spread the cheese mixture on top of the filets. Sprinkle with paprika. Broil until the topping is lightly browned and the fish flakes easily with a fork, about 3 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 253.4 calories, Carbohydrate 3.5 g, Cholesterol 110.1 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 24.3 g, SaturatedFat 9.1 g, Sodium 357.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

BAKED ORANGE ROUGHY ITALIAN-STYLE



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The flavor of this delicate fish is enhanced with Italian-style seasonings that are sure to please even the pickiest eater. Quick, easy, and simply delicious.

Provided by TKFraz

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup Italian seasoned bread crumbs
2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons grated Romano cheese
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 pound orange roughy fillets
¼ cup butter, melted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Coat a medium baking dish with non-stick cooking spray.
  • In a shallow bowl, mix bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, garlic powder, and salt.
  • Brush both sides of orange roughy fillets with butter, and dredge in the bread crumb mixture. Arrange fillets in a single layer in the prepared baking dish, and sprinkle with parsley.
  • Bake in preheated oven 10 to 15 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 241.6 calories, Carbohydrate 5.4 g, Cholesterol 104.7 mg, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 0.3 g, Protein 21.9 g, SaturatedFat 8.4 g, Sodium 645 mg, Sugar 0.4 g

PARMESAN ORANGE ROUGHY



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"I've always enjoyed orange roughy," relates Laura Freeman of Ruffin, North Carolina. "So as soon as I came across this recipe several years ago, I had to try it. It's been a regular entree at our house ever since because it's moist, delicious and easy to make."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 egg
1/4 cup milk
1 cup dry bread crumbs
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
4 orange roughy fillets (4 ounces each)

Steps:

  • In a shallow bowl, beat egg and milk. In another shallow bowl, combine the bread crumbs and Parmesan cheese. Dip fillets in egg mixture, then coat with crumb mixture. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 425° for 15-20 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 239 calories, Fat 6g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 81mg cholesterol, Sodium 451mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 25g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

WALNUT-CRUSTED ORANGE ROUGHY



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A crispy, crunchy crust and moist, tender fish make this recipe a winner. The dipping sauce is salty-sweet and pairs beautifully with walnuts. Taste of Home Test Kitchen - Greendale, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 12

4 orange roughy fillets (5 ounces each)
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 large egg, lightly beaten
1 cup finely chopped walnuts
3 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon dried parsley flakes
2 tablespoons butter
1/4 cup honey
1-1/2 teaspoons soy sauce

Steps:

  • Sprinkle fillets with salt and pepper. Place flour and egg in separate shallow bowls. In another shallow bowl, combine the walnuts, bread crumbs, sesame seeds and parsley. Dip fish in flour, in egg, then in walnut mixture., In a large skillet over medium heat, melt butter. Add fish; cook until fish just begins to flake easily with a fork, 2-3 minutes on each side. In a small bowl, whisk honey and soy sauce; serve with fish.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 425 calories, Fat 22g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 153mg cholesterol, Sodium 633mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 32g protein.

ORANGE ROUGHY



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My Dad made this for me last week when I was visiting in Palm Springs. Even though I am not a fish lover, it was so good that I gobbled it up. It is easy and good for you.

Provided by tamibic

Categories     Orange Roughy

Time 20m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 orange roughy fillets
1 egg
2 tablespoons honey mustard
3/4 cup seasoned bread crumbs
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
3 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • mix egg and honey mustard in medium bowl.
  • mix bread crumbs and cayenne in large ziplock.
  • dip fillets in egg mixture then toss in bread crumb.
  • place in refrige for 1/2 hour so crumbs adhere.
  • heat oil in large pan and cook about 4-5 min per side (depending on how thick).

OVEN-FRIED ORANGE ROUGHY



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This recipe is a light alternative to pan-fried fish. A combination of cornmeal, bread crumbs, and dill weed gives this recipe a savory flavor in less than 25 minutes.

Provided by Pecos Bill

Categories     Seafood     Fish

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 tablespoons cornmeal
2 tablespoons Italian-seasoned bread crumbs
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon paprika
⅛ teaspoon dried dill weed
1 dash ground black pepper
¼ cup milk
1 pound orange roughy, cut into 1 1/2x2-inch pieces
3 tablespoons butter, melted

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 500 degrees F (260 degrees C). Move oven rack to position slightly above middle of oven. Generously grease a 13x9-inch baking dish.
  • Mix cornmeal, bread crumbs, salt, paprika, dill, and black pepper together in a shallow bowl. Pour milk into a separate bowl.
  • Dip orange roughy pieces into milk and then press into bread crumbs to coat on all sides. Gently toss between your hands so any bread crumbs that haven't stuck can fall away. Place breaded orange roughy into prepared baking dish in a single layer while breading the rest. Drizzle butter over the breaded fish pieces.
  • Bake in preheated oven until fish flakes easily with fork, about 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207.2 calories, Carbohydrate 6.8 g, Cholesterol 94.9 mg, Fat 10 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 21.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 298.9 mg, Sugar 1 g

Tips:

  • Use fresh orange roughy fillets for the best flavor and texture.
  • Make sure the fillets are completely dry before coating them in the breading.
  • Use a light touch when breading the fillets; don't press too hard or the breading will fall off.
  • Cook the fillets over medium heat until they are golden brown and cooked through. Don't overcrowd the pan or the fillets will not cook evenly.
  • Serve the fillets immediately with your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

Pecan-breaded orange roughy is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. The fish is coated in a crispy pecan breading and then pan-fried until golden brown. The result is a flaky, flavorful fish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Serve with your favorite sides, such as roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes, or rice.

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