The Very Best Fish Recipe Ever | Easy Broiled Fish Recipe (2024)

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Are you ready to try something new for dinner? This very best fish recipe ever is bursting with savory flavors and is foolproof. Wow your family tonight!

I was always intimidated by fish until I stumbled upon this amazing recipe, and I have been meaning to share it for ages. I got the original version from my dear friend, Jenny, during a mom’s-night-out recipe swap back when we both lived in Seattle. We were so chatty that night that I only ended up writing down two recipes, but this was one of them.

In the years since, I have tweaked it just a bit. It is one of my family’s very favorite meals and it is also a fantastic—and super easy—dish to serve guests (provided they eat seafood).

The really great thing about this recipe is that it works with pretty much any type of fish or seafood. The original recipe called for halibut, which I love, but it’s very hard to get here in Florida. I have used tilapia, mahi-mahi, salmon, flounder, cod and shrimp with this recipe, and they have all turned out wonderful. Another easy fish recipe that has become a family favorite during the warmer months is this Fish Taco recipe.

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If you are following a low-carb lifestyle or a ketogenic or “keto” diet, this recipe fits perfectly into those eating plans as well!

Ingredients:

Here is what you need:

¾ c. shredded Parmesan cheese
⅓c. butter, softened, plus more for greasing dish
¼ c. mayonnaise
3 tbsp. lemon juice
¼ c chopped green onions
¼ tsp. salt
¼ tsp. pepper
2 tsp. freeze-dried dill (optional)
2 dashes Tabasco sauce
2 pounds skinless fish (halibut, tilapia, flounder, mahi-mahi, salmon or cod all work great)
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Directions:

Step 1: Preheat the oven broiler; Grease 9×13″ baking dish with a thin coat of butter. *PLEASE make sure your baking dish is safe for use in the broiler.*

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Step 2:Mix together Parmesan cheese, butter, mayo, lemon juice, green onion, salt, pepper, dill and Tabasco in a small bowl until well blended.

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Step 3:Arrange fish in a single layer in a baking dish.

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Step 4: Broil fish for 8 minutes or until it flakes with a fork.

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Step 5:Remove from oven and carefully spread the Parmesan mixture over top.

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Step 6: Broil 2 additional minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned. *PLEASE make sure your baking dish is safe for use in the broiler.*

Have you tried this recipe? Let us know in the comments below what you think!

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The Very Best Fish Recipe Ever

This very best fish recipe ever is savory, creamy and quick. It works with almost any type of fish. It's sure to become a family favorite!

Course Main Course

Cuisine American

Keyword The Very Best Fish Recipe Ever

Prep Time 10 minutes

Cook Time 10 minutes

Total Time 20 minutes

Servings 6 servings

Ingredients

  • ¾ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
  • cup butter, softened (plus more for greasing dish)
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 3 tbsp. lemon juice
  • ¼ cup chopped green onions
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper
  • 2 tsp freeze-dried dill (optional)
  • 2 dashes Tabasco sauce
  • 2 lbs skinless fish (halibut, tilapia, flounder, mahi mahi, salmon, or cod all work great)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven broiler; Grease 9x13" baking dish with thin coat of butter.

  2. Mix together Parmesan cheese, butter, mayo, lemon juice, green onion, salt, pepper, dill and Tabasco in small bowl until well blended.

  3. Arrange fish in a single layer in baking dish.

  4. Broil fish for 8 minutes or until it flakes with a fork.

  5. Remove from oven and carefully spread Parmesan mixture over top. Broil 2 additional minutes, or until bubbly and lightly browned.

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FAQs

What is the best fish to bake or broil? ›

Rich fish like salmon, bluefish and mackerel are some of the best to broil, as this method helps strengthen their delectable flavors. Try Our: Broiled Filet of Atlantic Salmon with Lemon Butter Sauce, served with Soup or Salad, Potato and Vegetable.

How to make the best tasting fish? ›

Mix together Parmesan cheese, butter, mayo, lemon juice, green onion, salt, pepper, dill and Tabasco in small bowl until well blended. Arrange fish in a single layer in baking dish. Broil fish for 8 minutes or until it flakes with a fork. Remove from oven and carefully spread Parmesan mixture over top.

Do you have to flip broiled fish? ›

Turning is not necessary. Baste occasionally by spooning stock over the fish. Try Poached Halibut with Ginger and Cilantro opens in a new tab. Grilling: Place steaks or fillets on an oiled grill over medium-hot coals.

What temperature do you broil fish in the oven? ›

Heat the broiler to 500 F. Oil the rack of the broiler pan and place it in the oven about 4 inches from the heat source. Heat until the pan is very hot. Carefully place the fish on the broiler pan and broil for about 3 to 5 minutes on each side—depending on thickness—or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

How long do you broil in oven? ›

Step 3: Monitor broiling progress closely
FOODTYPECOOK TIME (MINUTES)
BeefSteak, 1" thick Hamburger patty, 3/4" thick8–12 (med/rare to med) 6–8 (med)
ChickenCutlet, breast Thigh, drumstick, wing10–12 15-20
FishFilet, 1/2" thick5–6
PorkChop, 1/2" thick Chop, 1" thick10–15 19–21
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What's the difference between broiled and baked fish? ›

The main difference between broiling and baking is that broiling is best for browning while baking is best for cooking a dish through. For example, the powerful heat of a broiler can make meal preparation a breeze, while also yielding enviable results.

Is broiled fish better than fried? ›

Baked or broiled is the way to go

Every pat of salted butter adds 36 calories, 4 g of fat and 32 mg of sodium.” Deep fried fish, on the other hand, is the loser in terms of calories; total fat, including saturated fat which is the bad kind; and sodium.

What seasonings taste good on fish? ›

The Best Herbs & Spices For Seasoning Fish
  • Basil. Lemon and basil are a match made in heaven! ...
  • Parsley. Parsley is a perfect addition to pan-fried fish, with a slightly bitter aroma that can balance savoury dishes. ...
  • Dill. ...
  • Lemongrass. ...
  • Rosemary. ...
  • Thyme. ...
  • Sage. ...
  • Smoked Paprika.
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What brings out the flavor of fish? ›

When making a dish with fish, consider the flavour it already has and bring it out by adding herbs that further complement it. Some of the best herbs to use with fish are basil, tarragon, dill, and parsley. Basil enhances the flavour while adding a slight sweetness and is lovely when used with halibut or cod.

How long should you broil fish? ›

Season top side of fish with salt and pepper. Place on pan. Broil about 7-8 inches from broiler unit or flames about 5-7 minutes per side, or until fish is opaque when flaked. Add a squeeze of lemon or lime and serve immediately.

What are the rules for broiling? ›

Broiling generally takes place with the oven rack in the top two positions. A good rule of thumb is: the thinner the cut, the closer the flame, and vice versa.

Can you broil with aluminum foil? ›

Martinez also lines broiler trays with foil so they don't stain. You'll want to cut a few slats in the foil before broiling (only do this if you have a broiling tray with a removable bottom to catch the drips!), or else the fat will pool around the food and could potentially catch on fire.

What happens if you don't rinse fish before cooking? ›

Remove the scales from fish if a recipe calls for it, but leave your fish unrinsed to prevent your kitchen from becoming a breeding ground for germs.

How long to broil fish at 450 degrees? ›

A general rule for baking or broiling fish is 10 minutes per inch of thickness at 400-450° F, turning the fish halfway through the cooking time.

How long should you boil fish for? ›

Arrange the fish in a wire basket, and submerge it in the pot. Wait for the water to return to a boil, which may take 2 to 3 minutes, and then allow the fish to boil until you can flake it easily with a fork, which should take approximately 10 to 12 minutes.

What does it mean to broil fish? ›

to cook (meat, fish, etc) by direct heat, as under a grill or over a hot fire, or (of meat, fish, etc) to be cooked in this way.

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