Crispy Baked Fish with Lemon Herb Sauce – A Flavorful Delight
This Crispy Baked Fish with Lemon Herb Sauce is a light yet flavorful seafood dish perfect for weeknight dinners or special occasions. Tender white fish fillets are coated in a golden, crispy crust, then paired with a refreshing lemon herb sauce that balances tanginess with aromatic freshness. Simple, wholesome, and delicious, this dish is sure to become a family favorite.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: Mediterranean / American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
4 white fish fillets (such as cod, haddock, or tilapia)
1 cup breadcrumbs (panko recommended for extra crunch)
½ cup grated Parmesan cheese
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp paprika
½ tsp salt
½ tsp black pepper
2 eggs, beaten
2 tbsp olive oil (for drizzling)
2 tbsp butter
3 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
Zest of 1 lemon
2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
1 tbsp fresh dill, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a shallow bowl, combine breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Dip each fish fillet into beaten eggs, then coat with breadcrumb mixture. Place fillets on prepared baking sheet.
- Lightly drizzle or spray olive oil over the coated fish to help crisping.
- Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until fish is golden and flakes easily with a fork.
- Meanwhile, prepare the lemon herb sauce: in a small pan, melt butter over medium heat. Add garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in lemon juice, zest, parsley, and dill. Simmer for 2–3 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Serve baked fish hot, drizzled with lemon herb sauce, and garnish with extra parsley if desired.
Notes
- Panko breadcrumbs provide the crispiest coating, but regular breadcrumbs work too.
- Use fresh lemon juice for the best flavor.
- This dish pairs wonderfully with roasted vegetables, rice, or a simple green salad.
- You can substitute salmon for white fish, adjusting bake time accordingly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet with sauce
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 430mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
