Lime And Ginger Fish Fillets Recipe

Name: Lime And Ginger Fish Fillets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 teaspoons sesame oil; 2 tablespoons finely sliced fresh ginger; 6 spring onions, finely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, crushed; 1 tablespoon caster sugar; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 teaspoon finely grated lime rind; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 6 firm white fish fillets; 2 kaffir lime leaves, finely shredded; fresh herb (I suggest cilantro); lime wedge (to garnish)

Servings: persons

3 teaspoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons finely sliced fresh ginger
6 spring onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 tablespoon caster sugar
1/4 cup rice vinegar
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 teaspoon finely grated lime rind
2 tablespoons lime juice
6 firm white fish fillets
2 kaffir lime leaves, finely shredded
fresh herb (I suggest cilantro)
lime wedge (to garnish)

1
Combine the oil, ginger, spring onions, garlic, sugar, vinegar, fish sauce, lime rind and juice in a small bowl and mix well.
2
Place fish fillets in a single layer in a large shallow dish.
3
Pour the ginger mixture over the fish.
4
Cover and marinate in fridge for 1 hour.
5
Place each fish fillet onto a piece of lightly oiled foil.
6
Top each one with some of the ginger mixture from the dish and some lime leaves.
7
Fold in the edges of the foil and enclose fish well.
8
Cook the packets on a grill or BBQ for about 15 minutes or until cooked through (cooking time will depend on the heat of your grill and thickness of fish).
9
Open the top of each packet and sprinkle with herbs and garnish with a lime wedge.
10
Goes well with stir-fried Asian vegetables and rice.

208

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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: 3 teaspoons sesame oil, 2 tablespoons finely sliced fresh ginger, 6 spring onions, finely chopped, 2 garlic cloves, crushed, and more.

Yes, Lime And Ginger Fish Fillets 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Lime And Ginger Fish Fillets

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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