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Home » Recipes » Dinner » Oven Baked Basa Fish Fillets

Oven Baked Basa Fish Fillets

Updated: June 22, 2023 / Published: May 7, 2023 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.
Taste: salty, with paprika flavor.
Simplicity: easy, you need to marinate fish, then 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.
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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.
  • Meal Prep Tips: The cooked fish can be stored in glass or plastic container in the fridge. Get organized and save time with this meal planning printable.

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 minutes mins
Cook Time30 minutes mins
Total Time1 hour hr
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.
    2 basa fish fillets
  • Melt butter in the small glass bowl. Add sweet paprika, dried basil, salt and lemon juice.
    4 tsp. unsalted butter, 1/2 Tbsp. sweet paprika, 1/2 Tbsp. dried basil, 1/8 tsp. salt, 1/8 tsp. lemon juice
  • Spread the marinate on both sides of fish using cooking brush or spoon. Marinate for 20 minutes.
  • Put lemon slices on top of the fish.
    4 lemon slices
  • Preheat oven to 350 F.
  • Bake for 30 minutes uncovered.
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American

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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.
    • Meal Prep Tips: The cooked fish can be stored in glass or plastic container in the fridge.
    • 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.

    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 May, 2023.

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    Comments

    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
        • Sunshine

          May 21, 2023 at 8:08 AM

          5 stars
          I have used this recipe twice and I love it! It is my go to recipe when I’m cooking basa! I let mine marinade longer than the recipe required! Much FAVOR!

          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
    22. Margaret

      March 28, 2023 at 11:04 PM

      5 stars
      This is my 2nd time making this- it is a fabulous recipe! So easy. So tasty. Have served it with rosemary fries and a tangy slaw.

      Reply
      • Ilona

        March 31, 2023 at 9:52 AM

        Thank you! I am happy you like this recipe!

        Reply

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