Orange Roughy Dijon

SERVES: 4

PREP: 10 Min

COOK TIME: 10 Min

Orange roughy is one of those fish you eat on special occasions, whether you've invited the in-laws over or are looking to have a low-key night in. Our easy seafood recipe for Orange Roughy Dijon is simple to make, so you don't have to worry about any sort of fancy cooking when you're looking to impress your guests. Plus, we've included some tips on how to pick the best fish at the market!

What You'll Need

4 (6- to 8-ounce) orange roughy fillets
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 cup butter, softened
2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
1 tablespoon lemon juice
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic, minced
1/2 cup fine, dry breadcrumbs (store-bought)

What to Do

Preheat the oven to 450 degrees. Sprinkle fish with salt and pepper; place in a lightly greased 9- x 13-inch baking dish.
Combine butter and next 4 ingredients in a small owl; spread on fish. Top with breadcrumbs.
Bake, uncovered, for 10 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.

Notes

When you can't go fishing on your own, follow these basic tips for buying and handling fresh fish: buy fish that has a moist, firm, elastic flesh and translucent sheen; purchase fish that has a clean, mild odor; refrigerate fish immediately in the coldest part of the fridge, and use within 1 or 2 days.