Citrus Fillets Recipe

Name: Citrus Fillets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 lbs fish fillets; 2 large onions, sliced; 3 lemons, sliced; 3 oranges, sliced; ½ cup butter, cut into pats; 1 teaspoon seasoning salt; ¼ teaspoon black pepper; ½ teaspoon garlic powder; ¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 5 bay leaves; 1 tablespoon parsley; ¾ cup apricot preserves; ¾ cup pineapple preserves; 1 cup chopped pecans; 2 tablespoons water

Servings: persons

2 lbs fish fillets
2 large onions, sliced
3 lemons, sliced
3 oranges, sliced
½ cup butter, cut into pats
1 teaspoon seasoning salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
¼ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
5 bay leaves
1 tablespoon parsley
¾ cup apricot preserves
¾ cup pineapple preserves
1 cup chopped pecans
2 tablespoons water

1
Grease a 13x9 baking dish.
2
Place sliced onions in a layer on the bottom of the pan.
3
Place fish fillets on top of the onions and season with the seasoned salt, pepper, garlic powder, crushed red pepper flakes, and parsley.
4
Place the bay leaves in the pan around the fish.
5
Squeeze the lemon and orange slices over the fish, then place the slices around the fish in the pan.
6
Place pats of butter around the fish in the pan.
7
Cover with aluminum foil and bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
8
In a small saucepan, warm the apricot and pineapple preserves with the water.
9
After the 20 minutes, remove from oven and remove foil.
10
Drain most of the liquid from the pan.
11
Spoon the warmed preserves over the fish.
12
Sprinkle the pecans over the preserves.
13
Bake at 350 degrees, uncovered, for 10 more minutes.

494

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 lbs fish fillets, 2 large onions, sliced, 3 lemons, sliced, 3 oranges, sliced, and more.

Yes, Citrus Fillets falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Citrus Fillets

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