Grilled Whole Fish Recipe

Name: Grilled Whole Fish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 (2 1/2-pound) whole fish, such as red snapper, scaled, gutted, and trimmed; 1 large shallot, coarsely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh tarragon; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint; 1 tablespoon lemon zest; 1/4 cup fresh lemon juice; 1 1/2 tablespoons salt; 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided

Servings: persons

1
Make 3 to 4 parallel cuts (1 1/2 inches apart) into fish, slicing into the flesh at a 45-degree angle, down to the bone. Combine shallot, garlic, herbs, lemon zest and juice, salt, and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a blender. Process until combined. (Marinade should still have a chunky texture.) Place fish in a shallow dish; pour marinade over fish, turning to coat both sides and pressing into cuts. Cover and refrigerate 30 minutes.
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Meanwhile, light one side of grill, heating to medium-high heat (350u00b0 to 400u00b0) heat; leave other side unlit.
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Wipe excess marinade from fish; brush fish with remaining 2 tablespoons olive oil. Place fish on well-oiled grates directly over heat; grill 5 to 7 minutes. Carefully turn fish using 2 oiled metal spatulas, and place on unlit side; grill, covered with grill lid, 15 to 20 minutes or until fish flakes easily when tested with a knife.
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How to Spot a Fresh Fish: Look for scales that are firmly attached and glistening with moisture. The eyes should be bright and clear; the gills should be vibrant and show no sign of drying out. Does the fish smell like fish? If so, then it's a no-go. Good, pristine-quality seafood smells only of the sea, violets, and scents of melon and cucumber.
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218

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 (2 1/2-pound) whole fish, such as red snapper, scaled, gutted, and trimmed, 1 large shallot, coarsely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped, 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and more.

Yes, Grilled Whole Fish 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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Grilled Whole Fish

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Variations & substitutions

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