Grilled fish is a culinary preparation with deep roots in various Latin American cultures, thanks to the abundance of coasts and rivers that provide a wide variety of fresh fish. In countries like Mexico, Colombia, and Peru, fish is traditionally cooked on the grill, utilizing native seasonings and techniques that enhance its natural flavor. This dish, although popular throughout Latin America, goes by different names and variants depending on the region; in some places, it is simply known as "grilled fish" or "roasted fish," while in countries like Chile it is called "charcoal fish" and in Argentina "flame-grilled fish." The recipe presented here stands out for being a low-fat option, ideal for those seeking healthy eating without sacrificing flavor, combining the freshness of the fish with a citrus sauce made with grapes, an original touch that adds sweetness and acidity to the palate.
Low-fat grilled fish with citrus grape sauce
How to Prepare Low-Fat Grilled Fish with Citrus Grape Sauce
To begin, thaw the fish if it is frozen to ensure even cooking. Sprinkle both sides of the fish with lemon seasoning and pepper; this will give it a fresh and slightly spicy flavor. Spray the unheated rack of a broiler pan with non-stick spray to prevent the fish from sticking.
Place the fish on the rack of the broiler pan and broil 4 inches from the heat for 4 minutes. Then, carefully flip the fish and broil for 3 to 5 minutes more or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork.
While the fish is cooking, spray an unheated medium saucepan with non-stick spray and add the chopped green onions. Cook and stir over medium heat until the onions are tender and translucent.
In a bowl, combine the grated orange zest, orange juice, cornstarch, and salt. Add this mixture to the onions in the saucepan and cook, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens and begins to boil. Continue cooking and stirring for 2 minutes more.
Add the orange sections and the seedless green grapes to the sauce. If desired, add a splash of dry sherry to enhance the flavors. Heat everything together and finally pour the sauce over the freshly grilled fish to serve.
The main ingredients for this recipe are grouper fillets, lemon seasoning and pepper, green onion, orange zest, orange juice, cornstarch, salt, oranges, seedless green grapes, and dry sherry. This dish is an excellent option to enjoy a light, healthy, and flavorful tropical meal.
Ingredients (10)
- Grouper Fillets
- Lemon And Pepper Seasoning
- Green Onion
- Orange Zest
- Orange Juice
- Cornstarch
- Salt
- Oranges
- Seedless Green Grapes
- Dry Sherry
Instructions (26 steps)
- 1 Thaw the fish if frozen
- 2 Sprinkle both sides of the fish with lemon pepper seasoning
- 3 Spray the unheated rack of a broiler pan with nonstick cooking spray
- 4 Place the fish on the broiler pan rack
- 5 Broil 4 inches from the heat for 4 minutes
- 6 Turn the fish over
- 7 Broil for 3 to 5 minutes more or until the fish flakes easily when tested with a fork
- 8 Meanwhile
- 9 spray an unheated medium saucepan with nonstick cooking spray
- 10 Add the onions
- 11 Cook and stir over medium heat until tender
- 12 In a bowl
- 13 combine orange peel
- 14 orange juice
- 15 cornstarch
- 16 and salt
- 17 Add to the onions in the saucepan
- 18 Cook and stir until the mixture thickens and bubbles
- 19 Cook and stir for 2 minutes more
- 20 Add orange sections
- 21 grapes
- 22 and
- 23 if desired
- 24 sherry
- 25 Heat through
- 26 Pour the sauce over the fish