This is a South Louisiana secret … and a great way to grill fish that leaves you worry-free. Not only does this make for easier fish cleaning, but the scales keep the fish from drying out while on the grill. Fish cooked this way consistently results in juicy, moist fillets.
| Level: | Intermediate |
| Total: | 40 min |
| Prep: | 25 min |
| Cook: | 15 min |
| Yield: | 2 to 4 servings |
| Level: | Intermediate |
| Total: | 40 min |
| Prep: | 25 min |
| Cook: | 15 min |
| Yield: | 2 to 4 servings |
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons melted butter
- 3 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon finely grated Parmesan
- 1 tablespoon Essence, recipe follows
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 (3 1/2 to 4 pound) grouper, fillets removed with scales intact
- 1/4 cup finely chopped fresh herbs, such as tarragon, thyme, basil or chives
- Arugula and Orange Salad, recipe follows
- 1 tablespoon dried thyme
- 2 1/2 tablespoons paprika
- 2 tablespoons salt
- 2 tablespoons garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon onion powder
- 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
- 1 tablespoon dried leaf oregano
- 2 cups arugula, cleaned
- 2 cups baby spinach, cleaned
- 1/2 red onion, sliced thinly
- 1 orange, supremed
- 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard
- 1/4 cup orange juice
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium-high.
- In a small bowl combine the butter, garlic, Parmesan, Essence, and olive oil and whisk to combine.
- Lay the fillets on the grill, scale side down, and brush generously with the melted butter mixture. Close the grill cover and cook for 3 minutes. Open and brush again with the melted butter mixture. Repeat this process until the flesh is firm and opaque, for a total cooking time of about 12 to 15 minutes for this size fish. The last minute of cooking time, sprinkle with the fresh herbs. Remove from the grill and serve immediately with Arugula and Orange Salad.
- Combine all ingredients thoroughly and store in an airtight jar or container.
- Recipe from New New Orleans Cooking by Emeril Lagasse and Jessie Tirsch. Published by William and Morrow, 1993.
- In a large salad bowl, combine the arugula, spinach, red onion, and orange segments.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the mustard, orange juice, and vinegar. While whisking, slowly drizzle in the oil. Whisk until emulsified and season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | 1 of 4 servings |
| Calories | 565 |
| Total Fat | 54 g |
| Saturated Fat | 14 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 32 mg |
| Sodium | 391 mg |
| Serving Size | 1 of 4 servings |
| Calories | 565 |
| Total Fat | 54 g |
| Saturated Fat | 14 g |
| Carbohydrates | 20 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 6 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Protein | 5 g |
| Cholesterol | 32 mg |
| Sodium | 391 mg |
Reviews
really delicious! I increased the the parmesan and decreased the cayenne a bit in the essence for my little one. I put the grouper on the grill and will definitely make this again!
This was great! Did not make the salad but I’m sure it would be excellent as well.
Turned out great! Easy to make, very flavorful coating for the fish. I’m going to add a little more parmesan next time
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one word……AMAZING!!!!!!!!
the only way I’m making fish from now on. that marinate is killer . I’m gonna try it on everything.
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Made this for my birthday dinner. My grill was 60 miles away, so I broiled it in the oven. It was truly magnificent! Grouper has always been my favorite fish and I don’t think I’ve ever had it prepared better. My entire family gives this one a thumbs up. Can’t wait to try it again on the grill.
This was excellent on the grouper! I only had 1lb. of grouper and made half of the sauce to put on the fish when grilled. It was just the right amount of flavor without taking away the taste of the grouper. I voiced a yum in every bite.
Yum! Very flavorful. I accidentally bought 1 package of grouper and 1 red snapper. Both were wonderful with this preparation. Impaired with lemon flavored rice.
Made for family of 4. 1 1/2 lb of Grouper. Made to recipe. Great!!!