This delicious orange roughy recipe is worthy of your favorite restaurant, but it’s surprisingly easy to make at home.
How to Cook Orange Roughy
You'll find a detailed ingredient list and step-by-step instructions in the recipe below, but let's go over the basics:
What Does Orange Roughy Taste Like?
Orange roughy is a delicate-tasting fish that’s flaky and moist. Since the flavor is so mild, the spices and seasonings you pair with it will have a major impact on your finished dish. In this recipe, the orange roughy fillets are topped with a buttery, garlic-spiked Parmesan-Dijonnaise mixture and broiled to perfection.
How to Make Easy Orange Roughy
Here’s a brief overview of what you can expect when you make this easy orange roughy recipe:
- Squeeze the lemons over the fish and broil for 6 to 8 minutes.
- Combine Parmesan, butter, Dijonnaise, garlic, and salt.
- Spread the Parmesan mixture on top of the fish, then sprinkle with paprika.
- Broil until the topping is lightly browned and the fish flakes easily.
What to Serve With Orange Roughy
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How to Store Cooked Orange Roughy
Cooked orange roughy will last for up to four days in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the oven.
Allrecipes Community Tips and Praise
“So easy to make and full of flavor,” according to Aida E. “ I served it with broccoli and risotto.”
“This is one of the best fish recipes I have come across,” raves Fara. “Easy to make and got rave reviews from my husband. I didn't have mustard, so I used some white horseradish and it came out delicious!”
"I wish there were 10 stars for this recipe,” says Kookum. “It is so easy and quick to prepare, the results are impressive to plate and received rave reviews!”
Editorial contributions by Corey Williams
Ingredients
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4 (4 ounce) fillets orange roughy
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½ lemon
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½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
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¼ cup butter, softened
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¼ cup prepared Dijon mustard mayonnaise blend
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1 large clove garlic, pressed
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon paprika, or to taste
Directions
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Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
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Place fillets on the broiler pan and squeeze lemon over fillets.
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Broil in the preheated oven for 6 to 8 minutes.
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Combine Parmesan, butter, Dijionnaise, garlic, and salt in a small bowl. Spread Parmesan mixture on top of fillets. Sprinkle with paprika.
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Broil until topping is lightly browned and fish flakes easily with a fork, about 3 minutes.
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
253 | Calories |
16g | Fat |
4g | Carbs |
24g | Protein |
Nutrition Facts | |
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Servings Per Recipe 4 | |
Calories 253 | |
% Daily Value * | |
Total Fat 16g | 21% |
Saturated Fat 9g | 46% |
Cholesterol 110mg | 37% |
Sodium 358mg | 16% |
Total Carbohydrate 4g | 1% |
Dietary Fiber 1g | 3% |
Total Sugars 0g | |
Protein 24g | 49% |
Vitamin C 11mg | 13% |
Calcium 135mg | 10% |
Iron 1mg | 7% |
Potassium 207mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.