Dad'S Favourite Baked Fish Recipe

Name: Dad'S Favourite Baked Fish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound frozen tilapia filets; 1 lemon; 1 cup mayonnaise [do NOT use reduced fat or no fat varieties]; 1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder [NOT salt]; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder [NOT salt]; 1 tablespoon dried dill [may substitute 2 tablespoons fresh dill]; 1 teaspoon coarse ground salt; 1 teaspoon fresh ground pepper; 1/3 cup shredded Parmesan cheese; 16 multigrain saltine crackers, finely crushed

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 375 degrees F. Line a rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil, parchment paper or a silicone baking mat. If using foil or parchment paper, spray lightly with nonstick cooking spray. Place fish filets on prepared baking sheet.
2
In a small bowl, zest the lemon. Then, cut the lemon in half and squeeze the juice into the bowl. Add the mayonnaise, onion powder, garlic powder, dill, salt, pepper, and cheese to bowl and whisk thoroughly together.
3
Use a spoon to spread mayonnaise mixture evenly over each of the tilapia filets. Sprinkle evenly with saltine crumbs. Place baking pan in oven and bake fish for 15-20 minutes or just until fish baked through and opaque. Switch oven over the broiler and broil for 1-2 minutes or just until top is bubbly and golden brown. Serve immediately.

455

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound frozen tilapia filets, 1 lemon, 1 cup mayonnaise [do NOT use reduced fat or no fat varieties], 1 1/2 tablespoons onion powder [NOT salt], and more.

Yes, Dad'S Favourite Baked Fish 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.

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Dad'S Favourite Baked Fish

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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