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Baked Fish Fillets

Baked Fish Fillets feature tender mackerel brushed with melted butter, bright lemon juice, and a hint of paprika for gentle warmth. The result is flaky, rich fish with citrusy balance and subtle spice, perfect for a straightforward weeknight dinner or a light weekend meal with simple sides.

  • Prep10 mins
  • Cook20 mins
  • Serves6
  • DifficultyEasy
Baked Fish Fillets
  1. 1

    Assemble all the ingredients.

  2. 2

    Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a baking pan with vegetable oil.

  3. 3

    Set the mackerel fillets in the baking pan; sprinkle with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Combine the butter, lemon juice, and paprika in a bowl. Pour the mixture over the mackerel fillets.

  5. 5

    Bake in the preheated oven until the fish flakes easily with a fork, 20 to 25 minutes.