Orange Roughy Recipe

WHAT IS THE BAKED ORANGE ROUGHY?

The orange roughy is a type of whitefish that is low in fat and may also be referred to as the slimehead or the deep sea perch. In this recipe for orange roughy, the fillet is seasoned and then cooked in a very small amount of garlic butter. Sometimes less is more.

Your recipes for orange roughy can be cooked by baking, broiling, or preparing them in a skillet on top of the stove. You can even air-fry orange roughy if your stovetop is broken, so don’t worry about that. I am thankful that a variety of options are available to me because I am not a big fan of cooking fish in the oven when it is hot outside.

Orange roughy baked in butter, smoked paprika, lemon pepper yields juicy, and garlic salt, tender, and extremely flaky fish. These qualities are all achieved through the baking process.

WHAT DOES ORANGE ROUGHY TASTE LIKE?

Orange roughy is a fish that has a flavor that is not overpowering and a texture that is not overly tough. My opinion is that the flavor of tilapia and orange roughy are somewhat comparable to one another. Orange roughy has a flavor that is not overpowering and a texture that is somewhere between flaky and moist when it is properly baked.

The flavor of the fish itself is non-fishy and mild, so adding seasonings to it will only serve to enhance the overall profile of flavors. To improve the flavor of this fish, all you need are some common spices from your kitchen cupboard. It won’t take much more than that.

If you haven’t already, now would be a good time to try orange roughy for the first time. Many kinds of fish are available, many of which have a flavor that is not nearly as robust as salmon or tuna. Roughy has a subtle flavor and may appeal to you even if you don’t particularly care for seafood in general.

Orange roughy is a tasty alternative to the salmon that is typically on our dinner menu. To make things even more flavorful, finish off with a light coating of the cream sauce.

Product by: Smallrecipe.com

Categories: Main Meal

Serves: 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes Cooking Time: 25 minutes 25 minutes

Nutrition facts: 253 calories 11.7 fat

Rating: 5.0/5

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Ingredients

HERE'S YOUR SHOPPING LIST FOR THIS RECIPE FOR ORANGE ROUGHY:

Orange roughy fillet is available at most supermarkets, but larger supermarkets are more likely to have it hidden behind the seafood counter. Your best bet might be to purchase it locally from fish markets since this is a specialty fish. If frozen roughy is all you can find, feel free to use it. Just make sure to let it thaw completely before you start cooking so the seasonings will adhere.

Lemon pepper is a traditional seasoning that was primarily used as a seafood spice.

Since we are already using lemon pepper seasoning, adding salt is optional. However, adding salt will give the fish a more authentic flavor.

When using butter, you have complete control over the overall flavor of your recipe when you use butter, particularly unsalted butter. Unsalted butter allows your foods' authentic, organic flavor to come through when cooking.

Fresh garlic is preferable for this recipe because it will enhance the flavor. After all, raw garlic has a more robust flavor and a more pungent smell than cooked garlic.

Fresh lemon juice gives food a bright high note and a flavor burst from freshly squeezed lemon juice. Lemon's citric and ascorbic acids also have a propensity to mask any "fishy" tastes or odors.

Lemon zest is necessary when a dish needs a little extra zing. Lemon zest is frequently added to salad dressings, sauces, and baking.

Fresh parsley is only used as a garnish, so it is another optional ingredient.

Instructions

STEPS ON HOW TO COOK BAKED ORANGE ROUGHY

If you've never had orange roughy before, you're in for a real treat when you do! This recipe may be ready in approximately half an hour, making it an excellent choice for a quick lunch or dinner throughout the workweek.

* Put the oven on preheat to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
* Use aluminum foil to line a baking pan. When massaging the foil, you can use cooking spray or olive oil as a medium.
* After being cleaned, the filets of orange roughy should be dried using a paper towel.
* Arrange the fillets in the pan after they have been cleaned.
* Butter that has been melted should be used to coat fish filets.
* Season the seafood to your liking using the seasoning.
* Add paprika, garlic salt, and lemon pepper for seasoning.
* Arrange the seasoned filets in a single layer on a baking sheet that has been covered in foil.
* Place in a preheated oven at 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
* It is best to bake the fish for five to ten minutes. The length of time it takes to cook the fish is directly proportional to its thickness. Fish that has been properly cooked can be easily flaked apart with a fork. To create a decorative garnish, cut the fresh lemon into thin slices and arrange them around the rim of the platter.
* After the fillets have finished cooking, place them on top of the orange slices that are used to decorate the dish, and then serve the fish while it is still hot.

Notes

NUTRITION INFORMATION

According to the Seafood Watch List maintained by the Monterey Bay Aquarium, orange roughy is not one of the seafood options that contributes to sustainable fishing practices. If you are interested in finding options for sustainable seafood, they advise staying away from this species.

In addition to this, orange roughy is one of the fish that carries the highest levels of mercury. Orange roughy should be avoided by pregnant women, lactating mothers, and young children due to the high levels of mercury found in this fish.

TIPS & TRICKS

It is recommended that this fish be served as soon as it is cooked; however, if there are any leftovers, they can be stored in a container that seals tightly and is placed in the refrigerator for up to two days. Put it back in the microwave and reheat it.

NUTRITION PER SERVING

Calories per Serving 253

Total Fat 11.7 g

Saturated Fat 1.5 g

Trans Fat 0.0 g

Cholesterol 102.1 mg

Total Carbohydrates 7.4 g

Dietary Fiber 2.4 g

Total Sugars 4.6 g

Sodium 713.0 mg

Protein 29.6 g

CONCLUSION

Orange Roughy is one of the fish that is the easiest to prepare. Also, it is a change from our usual fish dishes because it tastes different from salmon and other common fish we eat. This can be an interesting alternative when you are looking for a different take on your typical fish dishes.