Cheese Topped Fish Recipe

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this creamy, cheesy baked fish recipe! Inspired by a classic, this dish is surprisingly easy to make and delivers incredible flavor. Flaky fish fillets are topped with a zesty mayonnaise-curry sauce and a crunchy cheese crumb topping. Perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 221.6 kcal
Protein 6g
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Ingredients for Cheese Topped Fish

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How to Make Cheese Topped Fish

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Gently remove the skin from 2 (6-ounce) fish fillets and arrange them in a greased 8x8 inch baking dish.
  3. Sprinkle fillets with 1/2 teaspoon of salt.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup mayonnaise and 1 teaspoon curry powder. Spread evenly over the fish fillets.
  5. Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the fish is tender and flakes easily with a fork.
  7. While the fish is baking, prepare the topping: In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese and 1/4 cup breadcrumbs.
  8. Remove the foil from the baking dish. Sprinkle the cheese crumb mixture evenly over the fish fillets.
  9. Return the dish to the oven and bake for an additional 5-7 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbly.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

18 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

17g

Carbs

5g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Cheese Topped Fish?

Cheese Topped Fish takes about 50 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Cheese Topped Fish?

Cheese Topped Fish has approximately 221.6 calories per serving, with about 6 g protein, 5 g carbohydrates and 24 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Cheese Topped Fish?

The key ingredients for Cheese Topped Fish are Sea Bream Fillets, Salt, Mayonnaise, Madras Curry Powder, Cheese, Fresh Breadcrumb. See the full list with measurements above.

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