Orange Roughy with Sherry and Herb Sauce

Elevate your weeknight dinner with this luxurious Orange Roughy with Sherry and Herb Sauce, a dish that combines the delicate, buttery flavor of orange roughy fillets with a velvety sauce that’s rich in aromatics. Fresh shallots, parsley, and thyme infuse the creamy sherry reduction with an herbaceous depth, while a splash of lemon juice adds a bright, zesty finish. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 30 minutes, transforms simple ingredients into a restaurant-worthy meal. Perfectly balanced and irresistibly smooth, this dish pairs wonderfully with steamed vegetables or a bed of fluffy rice for an elegant dining experience at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Orange roughy fillets
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2 tablespoons Shallots, finely chopped
• 1 cup Dry sherry
• 1 cup Low-sodium chicken stock
• 0.25 cup Heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Pat the orange roughy fillets dry with paper towels and season both sides with salt and black pepper.

Step 2

Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the fillets and cook for 3–4 minutes on each side, or until the fish is opaque and flakes easily with a fork. Remove the fillets from the skillet and set aside, keeping them warm.

Step 3

In the same skillet, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the chopped shallots and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Deglaze the skillet by adding the dry sherry. Scrape the bottom of the skillet with a wooden spoon to release any browned bits.

Step 5

Add the chicken stock and let the mixture reduce by half, about 5–7 minutes.

Step 6

Stir in the heavy cream, parsley, and thyme, and cook for another 2–3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Stir in the lemon juice and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.

Step 8

Return the cooked orange roughy fillets to the skillet, spooning the sauce over the top. Allow the fish to warm through for 1–2 minutes.

Step 9

Serve immediately with the sherry and herb sauce drizzled over the fillets. Pair with steamed vegetables or rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1034.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1321.3

Total Fat 76.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 31.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 322mg	0%
Sodium 1634.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 14.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.9g	0%
Total Sugars 1.6g
Protein 77.9g	0%

Vitamin D 800IU	0%
Calcium 99.6mg	0%
Iron 2.6mg	0%
Potassium 1010.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.0%

Protein: 29.4%

Carbs: 5.6%