White Fish with Parmesan Crust
White Fish with Parmesan Crust features fish that’s pan fried, topped with a crust of mayo and Parmesan, and browned under the broiler. Use any mild white fish for this recipe that’s very low in carbs and perfect for Keto.
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We should all be eating more fish, and easy recipes for cooking fish are great to have in the dinner rotation. This White Fish with Parmesan Crust uses a flavorful fish rub before the fish is pan-fried and then it’s brushed with mayo, sprinkled with Parmesan, and finished under the broiler for a delicious result.
I first made this with Tilapia, but now I’d probably use another type of firm white fish fillets to make this recipe. But no matter what fish you use, I hope you’ll try this method of cooking fish a try; it just might become one of your favorites!
What ingredients do you need?
- white fish filets
- Szeged Fish Rub (affiliate link)
- Olive Oil (affiliate link)
- salt/pepper
- mayo
- Parmesan
What White Fish is suitable for this recipe?
What kind of fish should you use when a recipe calls for “white fish?” White fish refers to mild-flavored quick cooking fillets of fish such as tilapia, cod, bass, grouper, haddock, catfish, and snapper. You can also use thin pieces of halibut, Mahi Mahi, or Barramundi for this recipe.
What if you don’t have Szeged Fish Rub?
It’s probably obvious I’m a huge fan of Szeged Fish Rub (affiliate link). This is a product I use literally every time I cook fish. But if you don’t want to buy it, any spices or dried herbs that are good on fish will work fine for the recipe.
Want more low-carb fish dinners?
You can use The Best Low-Carb Fish and Seafood Recipes from Kalyn’s Kitchen for more tasty ideas for cooking fish.
How to Make White Fish with Parmesan Crust:
(Scroll down for complete recipe with nutritional information.)
- I buy frozen fish from Costco and let it thaw overnight in the refrigerator. Let the fish come to room temperature before you cook it.
- I’m a big fan of Szeged Fish Rub (affiliate link), which I like so much I buy it in six-packs from Amazon.com and give it to my friends, but you can use any brand of fish rub to add flavor.
- Heat the oil and cook the fish only about 3-4 minutes per side because it will cook a little more under the broiler.
- Use a large turner to turn it carefully to cook the second side.
- Lay the fish pieces on a baking sheet and spread a tiny amount of mayonnaise over each piece of fish, just enough to keep the Parmesan sticking to the fish. Sprinkle Parmesan over each piece of fish.
- Then put the fish under a pre-heated broiler and broil until the cheese is melted and browned, about 3-4 minutes more. Serve hot.
Make it a Meal:
Serve with something like Cauliflower Rice with Basil, Parmesan, and Pine Nuts, Broccoli Gratin, Cauliflower Rice with Garlic and Green Onion, Easy Grilled Vegetables, or Caesar Salad with Kale, Romaine, and Shaved Parmesan for a low-carb meal.
More Tasty Fish Dinner Ideas:
- Spicy Green Beans And Shrimp Sheet Pan Meal
- Baked Halibut with Sour Cream, Parmesan, and Dill Topping
- Baked White Fish with Onions, Peppers, Olives, and Feta
White Fish with Parmesan Crust
This Low-Carb White Fish with Parmesan Crust features a crust of mayo and Parmesan that’s browned under the broiler, and this is a delicious way to cook any kind of mild fish.
Ingredients
- 4 white fish filets (see notes)
- 1 T Szeged Fish Rub, (see notes)
- 1 T olive oil, or just enough to keep fish from sticking
- salt/pepper to taste
- 4 T mayo (see notes)
- 6 T grated Parmesan (see notes)
Instructions
- Thaw frozen fish in the fridge overnight and let it come to room temperature before starting the recipe.
- Preheat broiler.
- Season fish on both sides with salt, pepper, and Szeged Fish Rub (affiliate link),
- Heat heavy frying pan, add olive oil, then saute fish until lightly browned on both sides and not quite cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side.
- Turn carefully and do not overcook, since it will be cooking a little more under the broiler.
- Take fish out of frying pan and put in ovenproof dish which will fit under your broiler.
- Spread mayo on the top of each piece of fish and top with Parmesan cheese. You want the top of the fish to be well covered with cheese.
- Broil until cheese is browned and melted, about 4 minutes but watch it carefully as broiler can differ in hotness.
- Serve hot, with lemon slices if desired.
Notes
You need about about 3/4 tsp. for each piece of fish. If you don't have Szeged Fish Rub (affiliate link), just use any brand of fish rub that you like. We used about 1 T mayo per piece of fish; use more or less mayo to taste. We used about 1 1/2 T grated Parmesan per piece of fish, other hard grating cheese like Mizithra, Romano, or Asiago cheese could also be used.
Recipe created by Kalyn.
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4Serving Size:
1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 389Total Fat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 13gCholesterol: 188mgSodium: 574mgCarbohydrates: 1gFiber: 0gSugar: 0gProtein: 52g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated by the Recipe Plug-In I am using. I am not a nutritionist and cannot guarantee 100% accuracy, since many variables affect those calculations.
Low-Carb Diet / Low-Glycemic Diet / South Beach Diet Suggestions:
Fish is a great choice for the original South Beach Diet, and as long as you use a moderate amount of mayonnaise and Parmesan, this recipe would be fine for all phases of the diet. Low-Carb White Fish with Parmesan Crust would also be a good choice for other types of low-carb diet plans.
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Historical Notes for this Recipe:
This recipe was first posted in 2006! It was last updated with more information in 2021.
39 Comments on “White Fish with Parmesan Crust”
So simple and excellent. We use Swai for this recipe. Thank you!
So glad you have enjoyed it. I haven’t ever had Swai, but I have heard it’s a tasty fish.
I've never made my own fish rub, used this brand for years. The label lists paprika and lemon, but other than that it just says "spices". I'd google "fish rub" to see what you can find.
I don't have a fish rub in my spice rack but I have many spices…is there others you suggest to sprinkle on instead??
There is a link for the rice dish right under the photo.
Hey, looks yummy. What is the rice side dish you have with it in the picture? Do you have a recipe for that too?
Glad you enjoyed it!
Learning to cook, and this recipe was fun, fast and easy to follow! Enjoyed this meal over dinner with a friend. Thanks for sharing!
Oh! That's my favorite way to cook tilapia. (Sometimes I sprinkle some bread crumbs on top of the cheese for a little textural crunch.) I've never browned it on both sides first. I usually just bake it straight away.
That parm crust looks sooooo deliicious!
Michele, the dish on the side is Creole-Spiced Rice and Kale. I will add that link to the post as well. Really loved this combination (I ate it right after I took that photo!)
Kalyn, what are you serving as the side? It looks delicous as well as so attractive with the fish!!
So glad people are liking this.
I came across this recipe yesterday on Facebook, just when I was wondering what to do with the tilapia in the fridge. I had all of the ingredients on hand, except I used Old Bay on the fish and reduced fat olive oil mayo. Yum yum yum YUM! My husband and I scarfed it. It was so good and so easy I'm making it again tonight! Thanks Kalyn!
Tilapia is my 'go to" fish. I can't have enough good ways to cook it. Thanks.
I sauteed the Tilapia, then put the mayo/parmesan mixture on and broiled. I don't know how it would work if you skip the sauteeing; the crust might burn before the fish was done, but I'm not sure. (Let me know if you try it that way.)
This looks delish, and I like the idea of adding some orange zest, but do you need to saute the tilapia before it's put in the broiler? Could you prepare the tilapia with the mayo and cheese and put the whole thing under the broiler?
Herbal Chef, so glad you liked it. (And I am groaning at that photo of the fish, I think I've learned a little about taking pictures since then!)
I found this recipe doing a web search for low carb Tilapia. I'm a hug fan of your blog and your recipes so I knew I wouldn't go wrong. I substitued my own Caribbean Seasoned Salt that we make and sell. The addition of the mayo and cheese broiled on top was excellent! Thanks Kalyn.
Dee, thanks! I love that kind of feedback.