Grilled Fish Steak Recipe
This grilled fish steak recipe is simple yet flavorful, perfect for a quick weeknight meal. Here’s how to prepare delicious grilled fish steaks with a zesty marinade.
Ingredients
- Fish fillets: 4 pieces (300-350 grams total)
- 1st Marinade:
- Salt: 1/2 tsp
- Crushed peppercorns: 1/2 tsp
- Juice of 1/2 small lemon
- 2nd Marinade:
- Red chili flakes: 1 tsp
- Dark soy sauce: 1 tsp
- Red chili sauce: 2 tbsp
- Garlic, finely chopped: 1 tbsp
- Refined oil: 2 tbsp
Instructions
- Prepare the First Marinade:
- In a bowl, mix salt, crushed peppercorns, and lemon juice.
- Coat the fish fillets with this marinade and let them sit for about 10 minutes.
- Prepare the Second Marinade:
- In another bowl, combine red chili flakes, dark soy sauce, red chili sauce, chopped garlic, and refined oil.
- Spread this marinade evenly on both sides of the fish fillets.
- Allow the fillets to marinate for an additional 30 minutes.
- Grill the Fish:
- Preheat a grill pan over medium heat and brush it lightly with oil.
- Place the marinated fish fillets on the grill pan and cook for about 2 minutes on one side.
- Flip the fillets, apply some remaining marinade on top, and grill for another 2 minutes.
- Reduce the heat to low and baste the fish with oil/marinade while grilling for an additional 2 minutes on each side.
- Serve:
- Once cooked through and slightly charred, remove the fish from the grill.
- Serve hot with lemon wedges or your choice of sides.
Tips
- For added flavor, consider garnishing with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro.
- Pair with steamed vegetables or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
This recipe is versatile; you can use different types of fish such as salmon, tilapia, or halibut based on your preference. Enjoy your delicious grilled fish steaks!
