Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of Buttery Cheesy Basa with this easy-to-follow recipe. Tender basa fillets are baked to perfection with a luscious buttery garlic topping and a cheesy crust, creating a dish that’s both comforting and flavorful.
Ingredients
Scale
Basa Fillets:
- 4 basa fillets (about 6 ounces each)
Buttery Garlic Mixture:
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Cheese Topping:
- 1/2 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and lightly grease a baking dish.
- Prepare Basa: Place basa fillets in the baking dish in a single layer.
- Make Butter Garlic Mixture: In a small bowl, combine melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush this mixture over the fish.
- Add Cheese: Sprinkle Parmesan and mozzarella cheese over the fillets.
- Bake: Bake uncovered for 15–20 minutes until the fish is flaky and the cheese is golden.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with fresh parsley before serving hot.
Notes
- This recipe also works well with cod, tilapia, or haddock.
- Serve with rice, mashed potatoes, or a green salad.
- For added spice, consider adding chili flakes to the butter mixture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American, Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 fillet
- Calories: 280
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 510 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 9 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 2 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 29 g
- Cholesterol: 85 mg
