The Secret to Grilled Fish | Masgouf | Iraqi Style Grilled Fish

fresh fish

🥗Healthier: grilled chicken

💰Cheaper: tilapia

Tilapia is more affordable and still provides a good texture.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is less expensive and has a neutral flavor.

pomegranate molasses

🥗Healthier: balsamic vinegar

💰Cheaper: honey

Honey adds sweetness at a lower cost.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: ground coriander

Ground coriander provides a different flavor profile at a lower price.

Prepare the fish by butterflying it.

Mix lemon juice, olive oil, and tamarind paste for the wet marinade.

Combine turmeric, smoked paprika, cayenne pepper, ginger, salt, black pepper, and all spice for the dry marinade.

Mix the wet and dry ingredients together.

Massage the marinade into the fish thoroughly.

Let the fish marinate in the fridge for 2 hours.

After marinating, prepare the grill and cook the fish for about 45 minutes, basting with a mixture of olive oil, garlic, and lemon juice every 15 minutes.

For the last 5 minutes, cook the fish directly on the coals for a caveman-style finish.

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