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Orange Roughy

A quick and easy orange roughy fillet served with a zesty citrus sauce that’s perfect for weeknight dinners and entertaining.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dishes
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 4 orange roughy fillets
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Fresh parsley chopped (for garnish)

Equipment

  • Large skillet
  • Spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Fish spatula (optional)
  • Serving platter

Method
 

  1. Rinse the orange roughy fillets under cold water and pat dry with paper towels.
  2. Season both sides of the fillets with salt, pepper, and paprika.
  3. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
  4. Place the fillets in the skillet and cook for 4 to 5 minutes on each side, until the fish is opaque and flakes easily.
  5. In the last minute of cooking, add the minced garlic to the skillet and cook for 1 minute, stirring the oil.
  6. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside on a plate.
  7. Add the lemon juice and lime juice to the same skillet and stir to combine with the oil and garlic.
  8. Return the fillets to the skillet and spoon the citrus sauce over them for 1 minute to absorb the flavors.
  9. Transfer the fillets to a serving platter, drizzle with any remaining sauce, and garnish with chopped fresh parsley.

Notes

Serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.