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Lime and Herb Orange Roughy Recipe

4.4 from 96 reviews

This Lime and Herb Orange Roughy recipe features delicate orange roughy fillets marinated in a zesty lime and herb butter sauce, then grilled to perfection. The combination of lime juice, lime zest, dried parsley, and paprika adds a fresh and flavorful twist to this light and healthy seafood dish, ideal for a quick and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

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Fish and Marinade

  • 4 Orange Roughy fillets (6 oz each)
  • 1 tablespoon butter, melted
  • 2 tablespoons lime juice
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • ½ teaspoon grated lime zest
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon paprika
  • ⅛ teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. Prepare the grill and marinade: Heat your grill or grilling pan to medium-high heat. In a small bowl, melt the butter and mix it with lime juice and grated lime zest. Add dried parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper to the mixture and stir well to combine all the flavors.
  2. Apply marinade to fillets: Dip each orange roughy fillet into the butter-lime mixture or use a brush to evenly spread the mixture on top of the fillets, ensuring each piece is well coated for maximum flavor infusion.
  3. Grill the fillets: Place the coated fillets on the preheated grill or grill pan. Cook for 4 minutes on each side, until the fish is opaque, flakes easily with a fork, and has a nice lightly charred grill mark, indicating the fish is perfectly cooked.

Notes

  • Make sure the grill is hot enough before placing the fillets to prevent sticking.
  • You can substitute fresh parsley for dried if preferred, using 1 tablespoon fresh chopped parsley.
  • The grilling time may vary slightly depending on the thickness of the fillets.
  • Serve immediately with a side of steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
  • This recipe works well with other white fish like cod or halibut if orange roughy is unavailable.

Keywords: Orange Roughy, Grilled Fish, Lime and Herb Fish, Healthy Seafood, Quick Dinner