Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsPrima ItaliaSwai Fromage Recipe

Swai Fromage Recipe

Inspired by Prima Italia
Time45m
Serves4

Flaky swai fillet baked to perfection and topped with a rich, creamy cheese sauce for a decadent, savory finish

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Ingredients

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Fish

Garnish

Method

Preparation of Fish

  1. 1

    Preheat the Oven

    Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it's hot enough for baking the swai fillets.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Fillets

    Rinse the swai fillets under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.

  3. 3

    Season the Fillets

    Drizzle olive oil over the fillets and season with salt, black pepper, and lemon juice. Make sure to coat both sides evenly.

  4. 4

    Bake the Fillets

    Place the seasoned fillets on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the fish flakes easily with a fork.

Preparation of Cheese Sauce

  1. 5

    Make the Roux

    In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Once melted, whisk in the all-purpose flour and cook for about 1 minute until bubbly but not browned.

  2. 6

    Add Milk

    Slowly pour in the milk while continuously whisking to prevent lumps. Cook for about 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until the mixture thickens.

  3. 7

    Incorporate Cream Cheese

    Add the cream cheese and stir until melted and smooth.

  4. 8

    Add Cheddar and Seasonings

    Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Continue stirring until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is creamy.

Assembly

  1. 9

    Top the Fillets

    Once the fillets are done baking, remove them from the oven and generously spoon the cheese sauce over each fillet.

  2. 10

    Garnish and Serve

    Garnish with chopped fresh parsley and serve with lemon wedges on the side.

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