{"id":47568,"date":"2016-07-20T14:44:33","date_gmt":"2016-07-20T18:44:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.freshdirect.com\/?p=47568"},"modified":"2024-07-02T17:24:07","modified_gmt":"2024-07-02T21:24:07","slug":"grilled-whole-fish-recipe","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.freshdirect.com\/blog\/grilled-whole-fish-recipe\/","title":{"rendered":"Grilled Whole Dorade with Salsa Verde and Orange Fennel Salad"},"content":{"rendered":"

Grilled whole fish\u2014it\u2019s not so much a recipe as it is a technique. Easy to master, our tips will get you on your way to beautifully grilled fish every time.<\/p>\n

\"Grilled
\nCooking fish whole is arguably the best way to enjoy both crispy, salty skin, and juicy, delicate meat with each bite. Though the skin can easily be removed once fish is fully cooked, we suggest keeping it on: It maximizes the flavor as it\u00a0protects the flesh while the bones help keep it moist. When grilling, the key is to keep the skin from sticking to the grill\u00a0too much. With a little patience and gentle maneuvering, we can ensure your fish will come off the grill in one piece.<\/p>\n

For the Grilled Fish<\/span><\/p>\n

What You’ll Need:<\/strong><\/span>
\n1 1\/2- to 2-pound\u00a0whole fish like dorade
\nOlive oil
\nSalt and pepper<\/p>\n

What to Do:<\/strong><\/span>
\n1. Start with a fresh whole fish of your preference. We used dorade<\/a>, sourced from Greece and beloved for its tender white meat.<\/p>\n

2. Rinse the whole fish inside and out, and pat dry. Wrap in a paper towel to absorb any moisture\u2014this helps to avoid sticking and bubbling of the skin.<\/p>\n

3. Brush the grill surface thoroughly to ensure it is absolutely clean.\u00a0Heat a grill over medium-high heat.<\/p>\n

4. Lightly season the grill surface with an oiled towel.<\/p>\n

5. Rub\u00a0the fish with a light coat of extra virgin olive oil.\u00a0Season well with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.<\/p>\n

6. Place the whole fish on the\u00a0grill and cook\u00a0for 7\u201310 minutes.\u00a0When the skin is cooked, it will \u201crelease\u201d from the grill. To check to see if it’s ready, try lifting the tail. If it releases, it\u2019s ready to flip. If it still sticks to the grill, allow another minute before trying\u00a0again.<\/p>\n

7. When the fish is ready to flip, use a large spoon or spatula to gently turn the fish on to the other side. Cook for another 5\u20137 minutes.<\/p>\n

8. Pair your grilled whole fish with a side salad of fennel and oranges, and top with freshly made salsa verde:<\/p>\n

Fennel Orange Salad<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

What You’ll Need:<\/span><\/strong>
\n2 round fennel bulbs
\n1 orange
\nOlive oil
\nSalt and pepper
\nOptional: arugula<\/p>\n

What to Do:<\/strong><\/span>
\nTrim off green tops from fennel bulbs and slice into thin pieces.<\/p>\n

Peel\u00a0and segment the orange.<\/p>\n

Combine the fennel and orange slices, drizzle with olive oil, and add some extra orange juice from one\u00a0segment. Season with salt and pepper.<\/p>\n

For peppery notes, add in a handful of\u00a0arugula.<\/p>\n

Salsa Verde<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n

What You’ll Need:<\/span><\/strong>
\n4 ounces\u00a0basil
\n1 cup extra virgin olive oil
\n1\/2\u00a0ounce mint
\n1 ounce parsley
\n2 ounce\u00a0capers<\/p>\n

What to Do:<\/strong><\/span>
\nPlace basil, mint, parsley,\u00a0and capers in a blender or food processor. Slowly drizzle in the olive oil until blended.<\/p>\n

Serve on the side of whole fish.<\/p>\n

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