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Oven Baked Basa Fish Fillets

Updated: January 20, 2023 / Published: September 12, 2022 By Ilona This website contains affiliate links. Read Privacy Policy.

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 Oven baked basa fish marinated with butter, sweet paprika and dried basil. Fish basa fillets are easy, quick and healthy meal for the party gathering or family dinner.

Oven baked fish basa is one of the easiest dinner ideas by ilonaspassion.com I @ilonaspassion

Baked basa fish fillets in the oven with the taste of sweet paprika. Topped with slices of lemon and basil. Smeared with the melted butter that adds additional flavor. Perfect weeknight main course. Also, very convenient to prepare before any party.

Oven Baked Basa Fish Fillets Recipe

Texture: tender, flaky.
Taste: salty, savory.
Simplicity: easy, season fish and bake.
Meal Type: dinner,meal prep.

Ingredients Needed

Basa white fish, spices, lemon, butter.
  • Basa Fish – white fish. Other white fish can be used for this recipe, for example: tilapia, cod, haddock. Just remember the baking time may vary.
  • Unsalted Butter – salted butter can be substituted but use less salt in the recipe.
  • Sweet Paprika – for extra flavor.
  • Dried Basil – fresh basil can be used as well.
  • Salt – Himalayan, sea salt or table salt etc.
  • Lemon Juice – to enhance the flavor.
  • Lemon Slices – to place on fish before baking. Lime can be used instead of lemon.

How to cook Basa Fish Fillets

  1. (Full recipe and video below). Firstly, prepare marinate by mixing melted butter with spices and lemon juice.
  2. Marinate the fish for about 20-30 minutes. Preheat oven to 350 F.
  3. Finally, bake uncovered on baking sheet in the oven for 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and serve immediately.

Step by step on how to make baked basa fish fillets in the oven by ilonaspassion.com I @ilonaspassion

Is Basa Fish Healthy

This is the type of catfish that is high is protein. It is very low in calories and it doesn’t contain any carbohydrates. Therefore, it is one of the best fish while dieting. Also, basa fillets contain high amount of fats and Omega 3 fatty acids.  As a result, the Omega 3 acids lowers the risk of chronic diseases. These fillets are also low in sodium. In addition, this type of catfish contain potassium and zinc. The minerals that are important for our bodies to function.

Healthy oven baked fish basa marinated in butter, paprika and basil by ilonaspassion.com I @ilonaspassion

Tips to Make Oven Baked Basa Fish

  • Marinate the fish for about 20 minutes. I used silicone cooking brush to spread marinate nicely.
  • Also, I used my favorite freeze dried basil for the marinate, but you can use fresh if you have it, this will enhance the flavor.
  • It is best to put fish on parchment paper to prevent it from sticking to the pan.

Oven Baked Basa Fish Fillets Faq’s

How long does basa take to cook?

It will take approximately 30 mintes to bake the fish in the oven.

Do you bake fish covered or uncovered?

Bake basa fillets uncovered to have nice flaky texture.

What to serve with basa fish?

You can serve it with homemade mashed potatoes, kale salad and baked zucchini fries. These fish fillets will taste great with any grains like quinoa, barley or buckwheat, sweet potato or carrot fries will pair nicely also.

Complete dinner menu with kale salad, mashed potatoes and zucchini fries.

Other Fish Recipes

  • Easy Lemon Rosemary Salmon
  • Leek Salad with Salmon on French Baguette 
  • Parmesan Broccoli Baked Fish
baked basa fish fillet with lemon juice and sweet paprika by ilonaspassion.com I @ilonaspassion

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Baked Basa Fish Fillet

Oven baked basa fish fillets with sweet paprika and dried basil.
Prep Time30 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time1 hr
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: basa fish, fish
Servings: 2
Calories: 101kcal
Author: Ilona

Ingredients

  • 2 basa fish fillets
  • 4 tsp. unsalted butter
  • 1/2 Tbsp. sweet paprika
  • 1/2 Tbsp. dried basil
  • 1/8 tsp. salt
  • 1/8 tsp. lemon juice
  • 4 lemon slices
US Customary – Metric

Instructions

  • Prepare baking sheet with parchment paper. Put basa fish on the baking sheet.
  • Melt butter in the small glass bowl. Add sweet paprika, dried basil, salt and lemon juice.
  • Spread the marinate on both sides of fish using cooking brush or spoon. Marinate for 20 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Bake for 30 minutes uncovered.

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Notes

  • Basa Fish – white fish. Other white fish can be used for this recipe, for example: tilapia, cod, haddock. Just remember the baking time may vary.
  • Unsalted Butter – salted butter can be substituted but use less salt in the recipe.
  • Dried Basil – fresh basil can be used as well.
  • Lemon Slices – to place on fish before baking. Lime can be used instead of lemon.
  • Marinate the fish for about 20 minutes. I used silicone cooking brush to spread marinate nicely.
  • Also, I used my favorite freeze dried basil for the marinate, but you can use fresh if you have it, this will enhance the flavor.
  • It is the best to put fish on parchment paper to prevent it from sticking to the pan.

Nutrition

Serving: 2gCalories: 101kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 2gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 127mgPotassium: 231mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2095IUVitamin C: 19.1mgCalcium: 101mgIron: 4.3mg
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Update Notes: The recipe was originally posted in 2014, it was updated with new video in June, 2020.

Baked basa fish fillet recipe with sweet paprika and basil is the perfect weeknight dinner. Easy and quick to make by ilonaspassion.com I @ilonaspassion

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  1. Helen @ Scrummy Lane

    March 4, 2015 at 11:19 AM

    Hello, Ilona! I really love fish dinners … they are so healthy. Love that you marinated with the sweet paprika, too!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      March 4, 2015 at 12:21 PM

      Thanks Helen

      Reply
  2. Audz

    November 5, 2017 at 2:59 PM

    I’m trying this today! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      November 6, 2017 at 12:15 PM

      I hope you’ll like it:) Thank you so much for trying my recipe!

      Reply
  3. Brobb

    June 9, 2018 at 9:18 PM

    Awesome recipe thanks

    Reply
    • Ilona

      June 10, 2018 at 9:17 AM

      Thank you!

      Reply
  4. Sian

    February 6, 2019 at 2:44 PM

    Trying this tonight as I bought some Basa fillets and had no clue what to do with them!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      February 6, 2019 at 8:05 PM

      I hope you will like it Sian. The recipe is very old. I will update it in few weeks with new photos etc. But I can tell you I cook with basa all the time. It is one of my favorite fish. The other thing what I do with basa is I dip in egg, then bread crumbs and I fry on the pan with oil. We love it.

      Reply
  5. Denice

    March 8, 2019 at 5:48 AM

    I tried Basa last week and looking for another recipe and found yours, ill try it today. Thank you for inspiring.

    Reply
    • Ilona

      March 8, 2019 at 6:06 AM

      Denice I hope you will like my recipe.

      Reply
  6. Olga

    March 26, 2019 at 12:33 PM

    Ilona, it looks awesome! So much flavors packed on this recipe that makes this simply irresistible, definitely having this on my table!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      March 27, 2019 at 5:57 PM

      I hope you’ll love it Olga!

      Reply
  7. Alexandra

    July 31, 2019 at 6:44 PM

    What a great recipe!! So tasty, thank you for sharing

    Reply
    • Ilona

      August 1, 2019 at 4:17 PM

      Thank you so much!

      Reply
  8. Veena Azmanov

    October 2, 2019 at 10:53 PM

    5 stars
    This sounds delicious and healthy. Love the presentation.

    Reply
  9. Suzy

    October 2, 2019 at 11:37 PM

    We love making fish recipes but have never tried basa! It was so good!

    Reply
  10. Jamie

    October 2, 2019 at 11:54 PM

    5 stars
    That marinade looks so flavorful! Such a simple, delicious dish!

    Reply
  11. Erica Schwarz

    October 3, 2019 at 12:01 AM

    5 stars
    Fish dinners are my favorites, so I will have to give this recipe a try. Looks yummy!

    Reply
  12. Sophie

    October 3, 2019 at 8:14 AM

    5 stars
    This looks absolutely amazing. My sister loves bass a lot and she will love this for sure. Saving this for her.

    Reply
    • Sandra

      May 16, 2022 at 6:47 PM

      I want to make this tonight. Can I substitute the butter for olive or vegetable oil?

      Reply
      • Ilona

        May 19, 2022 at 2:19 PM

        Yes you can!

        Reply
  13. Royden

    November 11, 2019 at 9:12 PM

    Did anyone post they tried it and outcome? I will do so now. I am making it tonight or am I? Please post if you have actually made it following the recipe to the tee. My pet peeve. I too thank you for sharing but usually only post if I actually made it as shared then tweak it after making it the way it is written.

    Reply
  14. Royden

    November 11, 2019 at 9:50 PM

    5 stars
    Hello again….just made it. Both my husband and I enjoyed it just as written with the exception of using salted butter then leaving out the salt. I don’t particularly like Basa or tilapia as I find the texture far from firm. However, we would make this again with mild flavoured fish….without tweaking it, Hope this helps your readers. Thank you Ilona!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      November 16, 2019 at 2:26 PM

      I am so happy Royden that you and your husband enjoyed the fish. With salted butter it will taste good as well.

      Reply
  15. Roshy

    December 23, 2019 at 10:07 AM

    Hi Ilona,can it be cooked on flame using griddle pan than baking.

    Reply
    • Ilona

      December 29, 2019 at 11:22 AM

      Yes, I think it can work perfectly fine. I would only worry about the fish sticking to the griddle pan.

      Reply
  16. Aura

    January 13, 2020 at 6:57 PM

    5 stars
    I made it, tried it, and enjoyed it! Thanks for sharing the recipe. Followed the recipe step by step, just broiled the fish for a couple of minutes before serving it to add more color. Perfect!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      January 19, 2020 at 1:29 PM

      Hello Aura, I am happy you enjoyed my recipe!

      Reply
  17. Anamit

    June 16, 2020 at 10:45 AM

    4 stars
    Hello there! If I don’t have Basa, can I use Barramundi instead? Very simple and easy recipe, by the way!

    Reply
    • Ilona

      June 16, 2020 at 10:10 PM

      I actually didn’t know anything about Barramundi, but my guess is it will be good too. The recipe is very simple so no special preparation or cooking, just make marinate and bake the fish. I hope you’ll like it!

      Reply
  18. Lauren

    November 5, 2020 at 6:56 PM

    5 stars
    My husband isn’t a fan of Basa but loved this! I used frozen, thawed fillets and cooked for longer than 30 mins but it still came out quite moist – I was worried that I under cooked it actually, but it was super tender. I will probably broil a bit near the end next time to give more of a crust.

    This recipe also has a bit of a spicy kick to it.

    Reheats in the microwave nicely for the next day.

    Reply
    • Ilona

      November 25, 2020 at 3:58 PM

      I am happy that you liked the basa fish, I make it all the time for dinner.

      Reply
  19. Roxana Bonilla Ramirez

    March 28, 2021 at 10:44 PM

    5 stars
    Made it today and it is delicious!! OMG will make it again 🙂

    Thank you!

    Reply
  20. bharath

    November 10, 2021 at 7:15 AM

    5 stars
    Thanks a lot for the Great Recipe, unfortunately Basa Fish is not healthy to consume. Also, banned by US FDA for import. More info – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lTtpLV5lRMw Can you suggest any other alternate fishes for the same recipe?

    Reply
    • Ilona

      November 10, 2021 at 5:37 PM

      I would use cod for that recipe, it will be great too. Thanks!

      Reply
    • Randy

      March 1, 2022 at 6:23 PM

      5 stars
      Swai fish is the same as Basa……. from what I’ve read, and walmart has them frozen for under $1/fillet. Just fyi

      Reply
  21. Ronna

    August 10, 2022 at 3:00 PM

    5 stars
    Great recipe! Delicious and easy. Basa has been very cheap in my area lately, so we are eating a lot of it. I didn’t have dried basil, so I used dried dill in the marinade, and garnished with fresh dill and lemon slices.

    Reply

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