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Barramundi on the BBQ

Cultural Context

Barramundi is a prized fish native to Australian waters, often enjoyed grilled or barbecued, reflecting the country's love for outdoor cooking. It's a staple in coastal communities and symbolizes the connection to the sea. In recent years, barramundi has gained popularity worldwide, often featured in seafood restaurants and home kitchens alike, celebrated for its mild flavor and flaky texture.

AustralianAUmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 barramundi fillets
2 tablespoons avocado oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon coriander
2 tablespoons Kerrygold butter
3 cloves crushed garlic
1/4 cup fresh basil
1 lemon, juiced
1 lime, juiced
1 bunch asparagus
1 teaspoon ancho chile powder

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

barramundi fillets

🥗Healthier: salmon

💰Cheaper: cod

Salmon offers healthy omega-3s, while cod is often less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point, while vegetable oil is budget-friendly.

fresh herbs

🥗Healthier: dried herbs

💰Cheaper: no herbs

Dried herbs are convenient and less perishable.

lemon juice

🥗Healthier: lime juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lime juice adds a similar acidity, while vinegar is often cheaper.

1

Cut off the ends of the asparagus and place it on a tray.

2

Season the asparagus with avocado oil, salt, pepper, and ancho chile powder, then mix in the bag it came in.

3

Open the barramundi package and check for bones.

4

Cut slits in the skin of the barramundi and season with avocado oil, salt, and pepper.

5

Season the meat side of the barramundi with avocado oil, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper.

6

Prepare a sauce by mixing half a brick of Kerrygold butter with crushed garlic, diced basil, lemon juice, and lime juice.

7

Preheat the grill to about 600 degrees Fahrenheit.

8

Place the asparagus on the grill.

9

Put the barramundi skin-side down on the grill and place the butter sauce in the middle.

10

Cook for about three minutes, then brush the fish with the butter sauce.

11

After another three minutes, check the fish and turn it over if ready.

12

Baste the fish with the butter sauce again and cook for an additional two minutes until done.

Cooking Techniques

grillingmarinating

Equipment Needed

BBQ grilltongsbowlbrush

Spice Level:

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Dietary

pescatarian

Allergens

fish

Also Known As

BBQ BarramundiGrilled Barramundi

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