Roasted Fish Base Recipe
This is one of our base recipes. This roasted fish recipe contains very few measurements because you don't need them! Simply season the filets and roast at 400ºF for 10 minutes for every inch of thickness.
Servings: 4 servings
Ingredients
Base Recipe
- ~1 pound fish, whole or individual filets (with or without skin)
- Dash salt & pepper
Additions to YOUR taste
- 1-2 teaspoons spice(s) or dried herbs
- 1-2 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
- Drizzle extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup pesto
- 1 Tablespoon chopped fresh herbs
- 1 lemon or lime, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper, nonstick spray, or a light brush of oil.
- Place fish filets skin side down (if skin on) on baking sheet. Blot the fish dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. If using, rub on seasonings and top with garlic. For less fatty fish, drizzle with a little olive oil.
- Roast 10 minutes for every inch of thickness. Fish should flake easily with a fork and internal temperature should reach 145ºF.
- Top with optional pesto, garnish with fresh herbs, and/or serve with lemon wedges. Enjoy!
Notes
If using a spice rub, blot the fish dry with a paper towel before rubbing on spices to remove excess moisture and prevent steaming. Then, let the spices sit on the fish for ~15 minutes before cooking for increased flavor development.
Check out these recipes for flavor inspiration!
Baked Pesto Salmon
Moroccan Spiced Salmon
Mexican Fish with Cumin and Lime
Moroccan Fish with Cilantro and Lemon