How to Bake Fish

Baked fish fillets are nothing short of delicious when you need a healthy dinner on the table in a flash. Baking allows you to cook fish without much added fat, making it a lean and heart-healthy cooking method. Follow along to learn all there is to know on how to bake your favorite fish.

The Best Fish Fillets for Baking

Omaha Steaks offers an impressive variety of succulent fish fillets that will please even the pickiest of eaters. All our fish fillet options are flash-frozen the day of catch and then individually vacuum-sealed to preserve the natural ocean-fresh flavors.

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Omaha Steaks Scarlet Snapper Fillets 4 Pieces 6 oz Per Piece

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Omaha Steaks Wild Alaskan Skin-On Sockeye Salmon 4 Pieces 6 oz Per Piece

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How to Bake Fish

Leaving fish in the oven for even a minute too long can mean the difference between moist, succulent fish and dried-out fish. The key to baking fish is for the right amount of time is to check frequently and remember that it will continue to cook even after you remove it from the oven.

1. Thaw Fish Fillets

It’s important to thaw your fish before baking. Thaw by unpacking the desired number of fillets, set and cover on a plate, and place in the refrigerator. For faster thawing, submerge packaged fillets in cold water for approximately 30 minutes.

2. Season

Lightly brush both sides of fillets with olive oil or melted butter and season with salt and pepper or our Seafood Rub with Citrus and Herb. For a flavor explosion, marinate your fish fillets for 30 minutes in one of our seafood marinade recipes including:

• Maple Bourbon
• Citrus
• Thai BBQ
• Honey Garlic

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3. Preheat Oven to 400°F

Preheat your oven to 400°F and line a baking sheet with foil or parchment paper. Arrange fish fillets on a single layer on the baking sheet. If you chose a filet with the skin-on, place your fish skin side down on the pan. Once your oven is fully preheated, place the pan in the oven.

4. Bake your Fish

While baking times vary depending on the type of fish, most fish bakes in the oven for 10-17 minutes. For exact baking times for Cobia, Faroe Islands Salmon, Grouper, Halibut, Wild Alaskan Cod, Sea Bass, Snapper, Swordfish, Yellowfin Tuna, Black Cod, and Steelhead Trout using our comprehensive seafood cooking chart or download Omaha Steaks mobile app with easy-to-use cooking timer. Fillets are done when the internal temperature of this fish reaches 145°F as measured by a meat thermometer in the thickest section of the fillet.

Follow our seafood guides and learn tips and tricks for baking the following fish:

• Halibut
• Mahi Mahi
• Salmon
• Snapper
• Swordfish

5. Serve

You can’t go wrong with serving baked fish! Make your meal a surf ‘n turf delight by adding a perfectly cooked steak of your choice. Pair your baked fish fillets with a salad or rice for an impressive and wholesome meal on even the busiest weeknights. Or serve baked fish over your favorite bed of leafy greens for a quick and healthy meal option. Spice it up and drizzle with a citrusy vinaigrette and serve alongside your favorite cooked vegetable.

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