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charred citrus herb grilled snapper

charred citrus herb grilled snapper

👨‍🍳 Chefy Tip: Remove the fillets from the marinade and dry them completely on paper towels. Wet surface equals steam, not sear. Grill one side fully before flipping — if it sticks, it's not ready.

Serves
2
Prep
10 min
Cook
12 min
Difficulty
Easy
Cost
Moderate
Calories
280
Carbs
3g
Protein
40g
Fat
10g

Flavor Profile

🔥 Lightly smoky from the grill
🍋 Bright and zesty with citrus notes
🌿 Herbaceous with fresh thyme and parsley
🧄 Savory and aromatic from roasted garlic
🐟 Mild and slightly sweet with flaky snapper

Ingredients

🐟 2 snapper fillets
🛢️ 1 tbsp olive oil
🍋 Juice and zest of 1 lime
🧄 2 cloves garlic, minced
🧂 1/2 tsp sea salt
🌿 1/2 tsp fresh thyme, chopped
🌿 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
🌶️ 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

01

Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, salt, thyme, and parsley. Coat snapper fillets and marinate 10 minutes.

02

Grill over medium-high heat 5-6 minutes per side until opaque and lightly charred.

03

Garnish with fresh lime zest and serve immediately.

🧬 Food Science

Snapper is a popular fish in coastal cuisines worldwide, known for its firm texture and mild flavor. Lime juice not only enhances taste but also helps preserve the fish's freshness due to its natural acidity.

Pair It

🥂 A crisp Pinot Grigio or coconut-infused sparkling water enhances the dish.
🍽️ Pair with roasted sweet potatoes for a hearty contrast, or serve with a cucumber-mint salad.