Easy Orange Roughy

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: 

1. Squeeze the lemons over the fish and broil for 6 to 8 minutes. 
2. Combine Parmesan, butter, Dijonnaise, garlic, and salt.
3. Spread the Parmesan mixture on top of the fish, then sprinkle with paprika. 
4. Broil until the topping is lightly browned and the fish flakes easily. 

What to Serve With Orange Roughy

Explore our Most Popular Side Dishes to Serve With Fish for delicious serving inspiration. Here are a few of the top-rated recipes you’ll find: 

• Oven-Roasted Asparagus 
• Creamy Au Gratin Potatoes 
• Easy Zucchini Fritters 

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