Barbecued Fish Margarita Recipe

Name: Barbecued Fish Margarita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds fish fillets; ⅓ cup tequila white or gold; 1/2 cup liqueur triple sec, grand marnier, cointreau or other orange flavor; 3/4 cup lime juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 1/2 cloves garlic crushed; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 3 each tomatoes medium, diced; 1 each onions finely chopped; 1 tablespoon jalapeno pepper minced; 2 tablespoons cilantro fresh,; 1 pinch sugar; 1 each black pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds fish fillets
⅓ cup tequila white or gold
1/2 cup liqueur triple sec, grand marnier, cointreau or other orange flavor
3/4 cup lime juice
1 teaspoon salt
2 1/2 cloves garlic crushed
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
3 each tomatoes medium, diced
1 each onions finely chopped
1 tablespoon jalapeno pepper minced
2 tablespoons cilantro fresh,
1 pinch sugar
1 each black pepper

1
Place fish in a non-aluminum dish large enough to hold it in a single layer.
2
Combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, salt, garlic, and 2 teaspoons oil and pour over the fish, rubbing all over.
3
Cover and marinate for 1/2 hour at room temperature or up to 3 hours in the refrigerator, turning occasionally.
4
Just before serving, combine tomatoes, onions, chilies, cilantro, sugar and salt to taste.
5
Heat the grill to VERY hot.
6
Remove fish from marinade, pat dry (reserving marinade) and brush lightly with 1 teaspoon oil and grind pepper over the surface.
7
Cook on a greased grill for about 4 minutes per side, or until flesh is opaque.
8
Meanwhile, boil marinade in a saucepan for 2 minutes, remove and discard garlic cloves, and spoon a little over the fish.
9
Spoon the tomato salsa along side and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds fish fillets, ⅓ cup tequila white or gold, 1/2 cup liqueur triple sec, grand marnier, cointreau or other orange flavor, 3/4 cup lime juice, and more.

Yes, Barbecued Fish Margarita falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Barbecued Fish Margarita

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Variations & substitutions

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