Herb fish is a culinary classic that combines the delicate flavors of fresh herbs with the tender texture of fish. Whether you prefer a simple pan-seared fillet or a more complex baked dish, there are countless ways to prepare this versatile dish. In this article, we will explore the various herbs that pair well with fish, provide tips for selecting the freshest fish, and share some of the most delicious herb fish recipes from around the world. From classic parsley-lemon sole to exotic Thai basil fish, you'll find a recipe to suit your taste and skill level. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and get ready to create a flavorful and memorable meal with our guide to cooking herb fish.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
PAN-ROASTED FISH FILLETS WITH HERB BUTTER
A blast of heat in a cast-iron pan and a basting of golden butter does wonders for plain fish fillets. This life-changing method is adopted from a former chef and current fishmonger, Mark Usewicz of Mermaid's Garden in Brooklyn, who also teaches cooking classes in topics like "How to Cook Fish in a New York City Apartment." The cooking time is so short that the smell - which, if your fish is fresh and not funky, should not be overpowering - will dissipate quickly. And in the meantime, you have an easy dinner of tender fish with a toothsome crust, anointed with nutty, lemony brown butter and perfumed with herbs. You can use virtually any fish fillet, skin on or off, as long as it is not too thick. If the butter is browning too fast, reduce the heat and add a nut of cold butter to prevent scorching, or squeeze in the juice of half a lemon.
Provided by Julia Moskin
Categories dinner, lunch, quick, main course
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pat fillets dry with a paper towel. Season on both sides with salt and pepper.
- Heat a heavy 10-inch nonstick or cast-iron skillet over high heat. When the pan is hot, add the oil. Place the fillets in the pan, skin side down (if applicable), laying them down away from your body. If fillets have skin, press down gently with a spatula for about 20 seconds to prevent curling.
- Lower heat to medium and let sizzle until fish is golden and caramelized around edges, about 2 to 3 minutes. Carefully flip fillets and add butter and thyme to pan. Tilt pan slightly to let the melted butter pool at one end. Use a spoon to baste the fish with the pooled butter. Continue basting until golden all over and cooked through, 45 to 90 seconds more, depending on the thickness of your fish. Serve immediately with chopped parsley (if using) and lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 461, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 37 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 29 grams, SaturatedFat 10 grams, Sodium 471 milligrams, Sugar 0 grams, TransFat 1 gram
HERB-ROASTED FISH
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees.
- Place the fish fillet on a piece of parchment paper and sprinkle it with the salt and pepper. Drizzle the lemon juice and olive oil over the top of the fillet. Lay the thyme on top and place the olives next to the fillet.
- Beat the egg together with 1 tablespoon of water for an egg wash. Brush the egg wash around the edge of the parchment paper and fold it in half. Carefully fold the edge of the parchment paper under and around the fish to make a package. Place the package on a sheet pan and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until the fish is cooked through. Serve hot in the parchment paper.
PANKO-CRUSTED FISH STICKS WITH HERB DIPPING SAUCE
Homemade fish sticks are far superior to frozen ones -- the whole family will enjoy them.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 35m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 475, with racks in top and bottom third. Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil; set aside.
- Place egg in a wide shallow bowl; season with salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine panko, Old Bay, and oil. Dip tilapia into egg, shaking off excess, then into panko mixture, pressing to adhere. Place on prepared baking sheets.
- Bake until lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes, rotating sheets from top to bottom halfway through. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, parsley, mustard, lemon juice, and horseradish; season with salt and pepper. Serve fish sticks with sauce and lemon wedges on the side.
HERB FISH
Combining different types of herbs not only gives this speedy fish depth of flavor, but it also results in a beautiful dish. Yvonne Nemec of Phillipsburg, New Jersey relates, "this is such an easy dish and so delicious. The herbs compliment the delicate flavor of the fish. We love it!
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small microwave-safe dish, combine the onion, butter and garlic. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until onion is partially cooked. Stir in the lemon juice, parsley, salt, tarragon and thyme. , Arrange fillets in a greased 2-qt. round microwave-safe dish. Top with half of the butter mixture. Stir bread crumbs into the remaining butter mixture; sprinkle over fillets. , Cover and microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 186 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 330mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 23g protein.
BIG RAY'S HERB AND GARLIC FISH
Steps:
- Set oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source and preheat the oven's broiler. Prepare a broiler pan with cooking spray.
- Stir mayonnaise, garlic, Italian seasoning, and Parmesan cheese together in a bowl.
- Arrange pollock fillets onto prepared broiler pan. Spread mayonnaise mixture over the top of each fillet.
- Cook fillets under the broiler until the flesh flakes easily with a fork, 6 to 8 minutes. Drizzle lemon juice over the fish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 209.2 calories, Carbohydrate 1.3 g, Cholesterol 86.2 mg, Fat 12.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 22.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 183.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g
CRISPY-SKINNED FISH WITH HERB SAUCE
You don't need a culinary school degree to cook fish with skin as crunchy as a potato chip. Grab your nonstick skillet, start the fish skin side down, and slowly raise the heat. The skin will lie flat, gradually rendering fat like a strip of bacon, while the flesh gently cooks through. You can do this. Anyone can do this.
Provided by Chris Morocco
Categories Bon Appétit Dinner Quick & Easy Quick and Healthy Seafood Fish Lemon Juice Herb Anchovy Pickles Bass Snapper
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Using the side of a chef's knife, mash anchovies (if using) and garlic on a cutting board until a coarse paste forms. Mix in a medium bowl with herbs, pickles, lemon juice, and 5 Tbsp. oil. Season green sauce with kosher salt and pepper.
- Swirl remaining 1 Tbsp. oil in a large nonstick skillet to coat. Season fish generously on both sides with salt and lay, skin side down, in cold skillet. Place skillet over medium heat and let it gradually heat up until fat starts to cook out of fish, about 4 minutes. At this point you may press gently on fish so that the skin is flat against the pan. Continue to cook until skin is super-crisp and flesh is mostly opaque (you can increase or decrease heat slightly if needed, but don't try to rush it), 8-12 minutes longer, depending on the thickness of the fish. Less fatty fish won't release as much fat on their own, so you may need to add a splash more oil to the skillet if the skin isn't getting crisp enough. Turn fish and cook just until opaque all the way through, about 1 minute.
- Spoon green sauce onto a platter and carefully set fish, skin side up, on top. Sprinkle with sea salt.
HERB-CRUSTED FISH
Fresh herbs with a touch of lemon zest and you have a gorgeous meal. Serve with your favourite rice pilaf and a green salad. Use your favourite fish fillet.
Provided by Lorrie in Montreal
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees F.
- Place the bread crumbs in a shallow dish.
- On a cutting board place the herbs, garlic, lemon zest, and a little salt.
- Finely chop all together.
- Add the herb mixture to the bread crumbs.
- Brush the top of each fillet with olive oil and dip in to the bread crumb herb mixture.
- Brush baking pan with oil.
- Place the fillets, crumb side up.
- Bake in oven for 12-15 minutes or until fish is done and flaky.
HERB BAKED FISH
This recipe is very adaptable; use more or less of the herbs listed, or substitute for the ones you like. This fish dish always comes out perfect, but because of the high temperature, watch it closely so it doesn't over-cook. These are great served with a slice of lemon.
Provided by Carrie Ann
Categories < 30 Mins
Time 22m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix dry ingredients together and set aside.
- Dip thawed fish fillets in milk to coat.
- Place in bread crumb mixture and coat completely pressing crumbs to adhere.
- Place fish fillets in greased baking dish.
- Drizzle melted margarine over fish.
- Bake at 500 degrees (this is not a printing error) on top rack of oven for 10-12 minutes, or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
FISH FILLETS WITH CITRUS-HERB BUTTER
The stuff in our Test Kitchen combined dried herbs to transform ordinary butter into a tasty topping for your favorite fish fillets. Served with wild rice, this is a simply elegant entree.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 375°. In a small bowl, combine first eight ingredients; beat until blended. Shape half of the butter mixture into a log; wrap in plastic and freeze. Place remaining mixture in a microwave-safe bowl; heat 1-2 minutes or until melted., Place fish fillets in an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish. Drizzle with melted butter mixture. Bake, uncovered, 10-15 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork. Cut butter log into slices; serve with fish.
Nutrition Facts :
FRIED FISH WITH MOROCCAN-STYLE HERB SAUCE
Steps:
- In a food processor or blender purée the coriander, the parsley, the garlic, the lemon juice, the paprika, the cumin, the cayenne, 3 tablespoons of the oil, and salt and pepper to taste. In a skillet heat 1 inch of the additional oil to 375°F. on a deep-fat thermometer, dredge the fish in the flour, shaking off the excess, and in the oil fry it, turning it once, for 1-1/2 to 2 minutes on each side, or until it is cooked through. Transfer the fish to paper towels to drain, divide it between 2 plates, and drizzle the sauce over it.
ROASTED FISH WITH LIGHT HERB SAUCE
An easy sauce with the flavors of Provence makes fish fillets into a meal worthy of company. I like to add steamed rice and sautéed spinach to complete the plate. The recipe works with many types of fish such as cod, flounder, sole, trout, tilapia or catfish. -Suzanne Banfield, Basking Ridge, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place the fillets in a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Brush with oil; sprinkle with salt and pepper. Bake at 450° for 14-18 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over medium heat, cook and stir shallot and herbes de Provence in butter until shallot is tender. Stir in marinade for chicken; cook and stir for 1 minute. Add cream; cook and stir 1 minute longer. Spoon over fish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 222 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 109mg cholesterol, Sodium 726mg sodium, Carbohydrate 5g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 33g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
ROASTED FISH WITH LEMON, SESAME AND HERB BREADCRUMBS
Trout is an ideal weeknight dinner because its thin fillets cook in minutes. All it really needs is some butter and lemon, but an herb-panko mixture adds freshness and crunch. The breadcrumb mixture is inspired by za'atar, a spice blend that includes sesame seeds, dried herbs and tart-citrusy sumac. Using fresh thyme and oregano instead of dried herbs, and lemon zest in place of dried sumac yields a brighter final dish. If you want to use dried za'atar, swap in 3 tablespoons of the blend for the first four ingredients. Serve the fish alongside rice, a green salad, boiled potatoes or braised chickpeas. The fish roasts in about the same time as string beans, broccolini or snap peas would, so you can also roast vegetables on a second baking sheet while the fish cooks.
Provided by Ali Slagle
Categories dinner, weekday, seafood, main course
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the oven to 450 degrees. In a medium bowl, combine the sesame seeds, thyme, oregano, lemon zest, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper. Rub the mixture between your fingers until the herbs are bruised and fragrant. Stir in the bread crumbs and butter until combined.
- Season the trout with salt and pepper and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, skin-side down. Spoon the bread crumbs evenly over the fish and bake until the fish is opaque and the bread crumbs are golden, 10 to 12 minutes. Serve with lemon wedges alongside.
FISH BURGERS WITH A HERB SAUCE
East meets West....a different take on fish cakes! I used catfish but would think other white fish would work too.
Provided by PetsRus
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 40m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- For the sauce, put all the ingredients in the bowl of your food processor, process until all the herbs are tiny specks, taste to see if it needs more salt
- Pour the sauce in a bowl and place in the fridge for at least one hour, it will become thicker whilst resting
- For the burgers, clean the food-processor bowl and put in: the fish, egg, breadcrumbs, zest, chili pepper, coriander, ginger, salt, green onions and the parsley
- Process using the on and off technique until it becomes almost like a paste, but do not over- process
- Remove from the processor and transfer to a bowl, mix in the carrots, leave to stand for approx 15 minutes (it will firm up a bit)
- Shape into 4 burgers or into smaller portions
- If you have a grill pan preheat it, brush some oil on to the burgers and grill a few minutes on each side until browned and done
- In a frying pan heat some oil first and then fry on each side for a few minutes until browned and done
- Serve with the sauce on the side as a burger on a bun or with fries or sautéed potatoes with a salad
Nutrition Facts : Calories 426.7, Fat 26.9, SaturatedFat 7.8, Cholesterol 126.4, Sodium 425.3, Carbohydrate 23.5, Fiber 2.9, Sugar 4.4, Protein 23.3
HERB-CRUSTED HALIBUT AKA "MOMMY'S FISH STICKS"
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 generous servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Rinse fillets and pat dry. Use 3 shallow dishes to prepare your breading ingredients. In the first dish, mix the flour with 1/2 teaspoon seasoned salt or Essence and 1/4 teaspoon pepper. Break the eggs into the second dish and beat well. In the third dish, mix the panko with the remaining seasoned salt or Essence, pepper, and dried herbs.
- Heat 1/4-inch of oil in a large heavy skillet over medium-high heat. Bread each fillet by dipping first in the flour mix, then the eggs, then the panko, coating thoroughly with each layer. Place carefully in the hot oil. (Don't crowd the skillet; work in batches if needed.) Cook 2 to 4 minutes on each side (time will depend on the thickness of the fillets.) Serve immediately with lemon wedges.
HERB-BAKED FISH WITH TARTAR SAUCE
Make and share this Herb-Baked Fish With Tartar Sauce recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Norahs Girl
Categories Sauces
Time 25m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Mix all the ingredients for the tartar sauce and chill.
- Preheat the oven to 180ºC.
- Grease a large sheet of aluminum foil with plenty of soft butter.
- Place the fish on top, dot with butter, season and sprinkle with wine and lemon juice on top.
- Scatter the herbs over and wrap the fish in the foil.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the fish can be easily flaked with a fork.
- Serve with the tartar sauce and chips, if desired.
CRUNCHY PANKO FISH STICKS WITH QUICK LEMON-HERB AIOLI
Homemade fish sticks taste delicious dipped in a Greek yogurt-based lemon-herb aioli.
Provided by By Cindy Rahe
Categories Entree
Time 35m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In small bowl, stir together Lemon-Herb Aioli ingredients. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Gather 3 wide, shallow dishes. In first dish, stir together flour, dash salt, dash pepper and dash paprika. In second dish, beat egg, milk and hot sauce with whisk. In last dish, stir together bread crumbs, dash salt, dash pepper and dash paprika.
- Coat fish sticks with seasoned flour, dip into egg mixture to coat, and then bread crumb mixture, pressing bread crumbs into fish if needed. Place on plate; repeat with remaining fish until all are coated.
- Heat 10-inch cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Fill skillet with 1/4 to 1/2 inch of oil (enough to reach halfway up sides of fish pieces). Once oil is hot, fry fish sticks in batches, a few minutes on each side, until golden brown, crisp and fish feels firm. Drain on paper towel-lined plate. Repeat with remaining fish. Serve with aioli and if desired, lemon wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 490, Carbohydrate 44 g, Cholesterol 105 mg, Fat 2, Fiber 0 g, Protein 29 g, SaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 570 mg, Sugar 3 g, TransFat 0 g
PANKO CRUSTED FISH STICKS WITH HERB DIPPING SAUCE
This recipe is from Martha Stewart's Everyday Food. The fish sticks are crispy without being fried and the dipping sauce is unusual and delicious.
Provided by EnjoyingLife
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 35m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- To make fish sticks, cut tilapia fillets in half lengthwise down center line. Halve again lengthwise, then crosswise.
- 1. Preheat oven to 475, with racks in top and bottom third. Line two baking sheets with aluminum foil; set aside.
- 2. Place egg in a wide shallow bowl; season with salt and pepper. In another bowl, combine panko, Old Bay, and oil. Dip tilapia into egg, shaking off excess, then into panko mixture, pressing to adhere. Place on prepared baking sheets.
- 3. Bake until lightly browned, 12 to 15 minutes, rotating sheets from top to bottom halfway through. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise, parsley, mustard, lemon juice, and horseradish; season with salt and pepper. Serve fish sticks with sauce and lemon wedges on the side.
HERB-RUBBED GRILLED FISH
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Seafood Recipes
Time 1h15m
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Using a mortar and pestle, crush 1/2 cup fennel fronds, black and pink peppercorns, garlic, and parsley to a paste. (Or pulse in a food processor.) Stir in 2 tablespoons oil. Rub mixture over fish, inside and out; stuff fish with more fennel fronds, herb sprigs, and greens. Cover with plastic wrap; let stand 30 minutes.
- Preheat grill to medium. Season fish generously with salt and pepper. Brush a fish-grilling basket with oil; place fish inside and secure. Grill, covered, turning once, until fish is opaque and flakes when tested with the tip of a knife, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Meanwhile, toss fennel bulbs and chiles in a bowl with salt and remaining 2 tablespoons oil. Grill until fennel and chiles are lightly marked and tender (if they start to burn, shift to a cooler area of grill). Arrange fish on a platter; surround with lemon, potatoes, fennel, and chiles (chiles should be eaten with caution). Drizzle with herb sauce; serve immediately.
LEMON AND HERB FISH SKILLET
Create a taste of the Mediterranean with this simple one pot meal--it's a refreshing change of pace from chicken.
Provided by College Inn® Broths and Stocks
Categories Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips College Inn® Broths and Stocks
Time 30m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Bring broth to a boil in a large, deep non-stick skillet over high heat; stir in orzo and reduce heat to medium-high. Cook according to package directions, stirring frequently, except DO NOT DRAIN.
- Reduce heat to medium. Stir in green beans and tomatoes; cook 1 minute.
- Arrange fish over orzo mixture; sprinkle with oregano and salt and pepper, if desired. Reduce heat to medium; cover and simmer 8 to 9 minutes or just until fish is opaque. Top fish with grated lemon peel before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.6 calories, Carbohydrate 51.7 g, Cholesterol 46.3 mg, Fat 3.1 g, Fiber 4.4 g, Protein 33.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.6 g, Sodium 1337.4 mg, Sugar 5.7 g
HERB FISH FILLETS
Combining different types of herbs not only gives this speedy fish depth of flavor, but it also results in a beautiful dish. Yvonne Nemec of Phillipsburg, New Jersey relates, "this is such an easy dish and so delicious. The herbs compliment the delicate flavor of the fish. We love it!"
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small microwave-safe dish, combine the onion, butter and garlic. Microwave, uncovered, on high for 1-2 minutes or until onion is partially cooked. Stir in the lemon juice, parsley, salt, tarragon and thyme. , Arrange fillets in a greased 2-qt. round microwave-safe dish. Top with half of the butter mixture. Stir bread crumbs into the remaining butter mixture; sprinkle over fillets. , Cover and microwave on high for 4-6 minutes or until fish flakes easily with a fork.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 161 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 64mg cholesterol, Sodium 334mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
Tips:
- Choose the right herbs: Opt for herbs that complement the flavor of your fish, such as dill, parsley, thyme, or rosemary.
- Use fresh herbs whenever possible: They deliver a more intense flavor than dried herbs.
- Prepare the herbs properly: Chop or mince fresh herbs finely. If using dried herbs, crush them between your fingers before adding.
- Add herbs at the right time: Delicate herbs like basil should be added towards the end of cooking, while more robust herbs like rosemary can withstand longer cooking times.
- Don't overdo it: A little herb goes a long way. Too much can overpower the delicate flavor of the fish.
Conclusion:
Cooking fish with herbs is a delicious and healthy way to enjoy this versatile protein. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a flavorful and memorable meal. Plus, cooking with herbs is a great way to add variety to your diet and explore new flavors. So, next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, reach for some fresh herbs and let your creativity shine through!
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