Description
Ready to create a restaurant-quality meal at home? This tender and flaky grilled barramundi recipe combines zesty lemon butter sauce with perfectly seasoned fish filets that will impress your dinner guests.
Transform fresh barramundi filets into a delectable main course with this straightforward grilling recipe. The combination of citrus, herbs, and butter creates a harmonious blend that enhances the fish’s natural flavors without overpowering its delicate taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 barramundi filets (approximately 13 ounces total)
- 1/4 cup melted butter
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons chopped parsley
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Sauce: In a bowl, combine melted butter, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped parsley, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Heat the Grill: Preheat your grill to high (450°F), then reduce to medium (325°F) when ready to cook.
- Prepare the Fish:
- Pat the filets dry with paper towels
- Brush both sides with olive oil
- Season with salt and pepper
- Grill the Fish:
- Place filets skin-side down on the grill
- Cook for 7½ minutes on each side
- Fish is done when it easily flakes with a fork
- Finish and Serve: Remove from grill and drizzle with the prepared lemon butter sauce.
Notes
- For optimal results, ensure your grill is properly cleaned and preheated
- Watch for flare-ups, especially when first placing the fish
- The internal temperature should reach 145°F for food safety
- If using frozen filets, thaw completely in the refrigerator before grilling
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Seafood
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Australian
Nutrition
- Calories: 420
- Fat: 13.1g
- Carbohydrates: 1.9g
- Protein: 74.2g