Margarita Grouper Fillets Recipe

Name: Margarita Grouper Fillets
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 (6-ounce) grouper fillets; 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1/4 cup chopped onion; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon finely chopped seeded serrano chile; 3 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 1 tablespoon tequila; 1 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1 garlic clove, chopped; Cooking spray; Chopped fresh chives (optional); Lime wedges (optional)

Servings: persons

6 (6-ounce) grouper fillets
3/4 teaspoon salt, divided
1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon finely chopped seeded serrano chile
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon tequila
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 garlic clove, chopped
Cooking spray
Chopped fresh chives (optional)
Lime wedges (optional)

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Place the fillets in a single layer in a 13 x 9-inch baking dish, and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Combine 1/2 teaspoon salt, cilantro, and the next 7 ingredients (cilantro through garlic clove) in a blender or food processor, and process until smooth. Pour cilantro mixture over the fillets, and turn to coat. Marinate in the refrigerator 30 minutes, turning once.
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Prepare grill.
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Remove fish from dish; discard marinade. Place fish on grill rack coated with cooking spray; grill 5 minutes on each side or until fish flakes easily when tested with a fork. Garnish fish with chopped chives and lime wedges, if desired.
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Note: Store cooked fillets in refrigerator for up to 1 day.
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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: 6 (6-ounce) grouper fillets, 3/4 teaspoon salt, divided, 1/4 cup fresh cilantro leaves, 1/4 cup chopped onion, and more.

Yes, Margarita Grouper Fillets falls under the General 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.

Margarita Grouper Fillets

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