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Grilled Whole Fish

Grilled Whole Fish

Learn the magic of Grilled Whole Fish. This fun recipe blends ancient and modern cooking for a delicious, impressive meal perfect for any dinner.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 16 minutes
Total Time 31 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 whole whole fish (e.g. sea bass, snapper) fresh
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 bunch fresh herbs (e.g. parsley, thyme) for stuffing
  • 1 slices lemon slices for stuffing
  • 3 cloves garlic cloves peeled
  • to taste salt
  • to taste pepper

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Tongs
  • Cooking Brush
  • Knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

  1. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Clean and scale the fish, then pat it dry with paper towels.
  3. Rub the fish with olive oil, salt, and pepper inside and out.
  4. Stuff the cavity of the fish with fresh herbs, lemon slices, and garlic cloves.
  5. Place the fish on the grill and cook for about 6-8 minutes on each side, depending on the thickness.
  6. Remove the fish from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcalProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

This dish pairs wonderfully with a fresh salad or grilled vegetables. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to two days—great for fish tacos!
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