Thai Roasted Green Fish Recipe

Name: Thai Roasted Green Fish
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon lime juice (about half a lime, save the other half for later); 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro (leaves and soft stems); 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves; 1 teaspoon fish sauce; 1/2 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 teaspoon light brown sugar; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; Freshly ground black pepper; 3 tablespoons canola oil; 1 (3 pound) whole striped bass, scales, fins and innards removed

Servings: persons

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["Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with foil or parchment.", "In a food processor, whizz up the lime juice, cilantro, mint, fish sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, red pepper flakes, pepper, and oil.", "Cut 4 to 5 slits on each side of the fish, almost down to the bone.", "Divide the cilantro paste in half.", "Rub 1 portion of the paste all over fish, especially into the slits and the cavity of the fish.", "Reserve the other half for serving.", "Take a large piece of foil and form a loose ball.", "Stuff it into the cavity so that you can make the fish ""sit"" on the baking sheet, belly facing down, ridge of the fish's back facing the ceiling.", "It'll look as if the fish is swimming on the baking sheet!", "Bake until the eyes turn solid white and the flesh flakes easily, 15 to 20 minutes, depending on the size of the fish.", "Taste the leftover marinade, and add juice from the other half of the lime.", "Serve marinade on the side with the fish."]

118

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon lime juice (about half a lime, save the other half for later), 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh cilantro (leaves and soft stems), 1/2 cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, 1 teaspoon fish sauce, and more.

Yes, Thai Roasted Green 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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Thai Roasted Green Fish

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