Spanish fish

Summary

Ah, Spanish fish! A culinary delight that makes taste buds dance with joy. Bursting with flavor and a touch of Spain’s coastal magic, here’s a recipe that takes the essence of Spanish fish and turns it into a mouth-watering dish. Ready to embark on this gastronomic journey? Dive in!

Ingredients for your Spanish fish

• Spanish fish (2 whole fish, about 1lb each) [450g each]
• Olive oil (3 tbsp) [45 ml]
• Garlic cloves (3, finely chopped)
• Fresh lemon (1, juiced and zest)
• Fresh parsley (1/4 cup, chopped) [60 ml]
• Paprika (1 tsp) [5 ml]
• Salt (to taste)
• Black pepper (to taste)
• Red bell pepper (1, thinly sliced)
• Yellow bell pepper (1, thinly sliced)

Time: Preparation: 15 minutes | Cooking: 20 minutes

Serves: 2

Nutritional Facts Per Serving

• Calories: 280 kcal
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 8g
• Fat: 15g
• Saturated Fat: 2.5g
• Sodium: 570mg
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 4g

Instructions

1. Start by cleaning your Spanish fish if it hasn’t been done already. Ensure you’ve removed the scales and inner organs.
2. Make diagonal slits on both sides of the Spanish fish. This helps in cooking it evenly and absorbing the marinade.
3. In a bowl, combine olive oil, chopped garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, paprika, and fresh parsley. Mix well.
4. Season your Spanish fish inside and out with salt and pepper.
5. Generously apply the marinade mix into the slits and inside the cavity of the Spanish fish.
6. Let the Spanish fish marinate for at least 30 minutes. The longer you marinate, the more flavorful your fish becomes!
7. Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat.
8. Place the marinated Spanish fish on the grill/oven. Add the thinly sliced bell peppers alongside.
9. Cook the Spanish fish for about 8-10 minutes on each side or until the flesh easily flakes off with a fork.
10. Once fully cooked, remove the Spanish fish from the grill/oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Tips

1. For an even zestier flavor, you can marinate the Spanish fish overnight in the refrigerator.
2. Always choose fresh Spanish fish from trusted sources for the best flavor and health benefits.
3. Use a fish grilling basket if you’re using a grill to ensure the Spanish fish doesn’t stick or break apart.
4. For a smoky touch, add a sprig of rosemary on the grill which will infuse the Spanish fish with a beautiful aroma as it cooks.

Serving Suggestions

• Serve the grilled Spanish fish with a side of grilled vegetables or a light salad to balance out the flavors.
• Drizzle some extra virgin olive oil and a squeeze of lemon over the top before serving for that extra zing.
• Consider pairing with a non-alcoholic sangria or sparkling water with a twist of lime to round off your meal.

There you go! A delectable, easy-to-make Spanish fish recipe that not only pays homage to Spain’s rich culinary heritage but also promises a flavorful journey with every bite. So, why wait? Bring Spain to your table tonight!

SPANISH FISH

Ah, Spanish fish! A culinary delight that makes taste buds dance with joy. Bursting with flavor and a touch of Spain’s coastal magic, here’s a recipe that takes the essence of Spanish fish and turns it into a mouth-watering dish. Ready to embark on this gastronomic journey? Dive in!

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Prep Time: 15 minutes minutes

Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes

Total Time: 35 minutes minutes

Nutritions

Nutrition Facts

SPANISH FISH

Amount per Serving

Calories

280

% Daily Value*

Fat

 

15

g

23

%

Saturated Fat

 

2.5

g

16

%

Sodium

 

570

mg

25

%

Carbohydrates

 

8

g

3

%

Fiber

 

2

g

8

%

Sugar

 

4

g

4

%

Protein

 

30

g

60

%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Ingredients

• Spanish fish 2 whole fish, about 1lb each [450g each]
• Olive oil 3 tbsp [45 ml]
• Garlic cloves 3, finely chopped
• Fresh lemon 1, juiced and zest
• Fresh parsley 1/4 cup, chopped [60 ml]
• Paprika 1 tsp [5 ml]
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste
• Red bell pepper 1, thinly sliced
• Yellow bell pepper 1, thinly sliced

Instructions

• In a bowl, combine olive oil, chopped garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice, paprika, and fresh parsley. Mix well.
• Season your Spanish fish inside and out with salt and pepper.
• Generously apply the marinade mix into the slits and inside the cavity of the Spanish fish.
• Let the Spanish fish marinate for at least 30 minutes. The longer you marinate, the more flavorful your fish becomes!
• Preheat your grill or oven to medium-high heat.
• Place the marinated Spanish fish on the grill/oven. Add the thinly sliced bell peppers alongside.
• Cook the Spanish fish for about 8-10 minutes on each side or until the flesh easily flakes off with a fork.
• Once fully cooked, remove the Spanish fish from the grill/oven and let it rest for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

TIPS

For an even zestier flavor, you can marinate the Spanish fish overnight in the refrigerator.

Always choose fresh Spanish fish from trusted sources for the best flavor and health benefits.

Use a fish grilling basket if you’re using a grill to ensure the Spanish fish doesn’t stick or break apart.

For a smoky touch, add a sprig of rosemary on the grill which will infuse the Spanish fish with a beautiful aroma as it cooks.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS

Serve the grilled Spanish fish with a side of grilled vegetables or a light salad to balance out the flavors.

Drizzle some extra virgin olive oil and a squeeze of lemon over the top before serving for that extra zing.

Consider pairing with a non-alcoholic sangria or sparkling water with a twist of lime to round off your meal.